How severe is CVE-2008-5714?

CVE-2008-5714 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-5714 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-5714?

CVE-2008-5714 affects Qemu. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5714?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2008-5714 published?

CVE-2008-5714 was published on 2008-12-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5714

CVE-2008-5714 is a high-severity vulnerability in Qemu with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-189.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-189
Affected product: Qemu
Published: 2008-12-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Off-by-one error in monitor.c in Qemu 0.9.1 might make it easier for remote attackers to guess the VNC password, which is limited to seven characters where eight was intended.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5714?: Off-by-one error in monitor.c in Qemu 0.9.1 might make it easier for remote attackers to guess the VNC password, which is limited to seven characters where eight was intended.
How severe is CVE-2008-5714?: CVE-2008-5714 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-5714 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5714?: CVE-2008-5714 affects Qemu. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5714?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2008-5714 published?: CVE-2008-5714 was published on 2008-12-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:qemu:qemu:0.9.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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