How severe is CVE-2008-5848?

CVE-2008-5848 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.

Is CVE-2008-5848 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-5848?

CVE-2008-5848 primarily affects Advantech Adam-6015. In total, 14 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5848?

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

When was CVE-2008-5848 published?

CVE-2008-5848 was published on 2009-01-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5848

CVE-2008-5848 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Advantech Adam-6015 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. 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-255.

Key facts

Severity: Critical (CVSS 2.0 base score 10.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Advantech Adam-6015
Published: 2009-01-06
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Advantech ADAM-6000 module has 00000000 as its default password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access through an HTTP session, and (1) monitor or (2) control the module's Modbus/TCP I/O activity.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5848?: The Advantech ADAM-6000 module has 00000000 as its default password, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access through an HTTP session, and (1) monitor or (2) control the module's Modbus/TCP I/O activity.
How severe is CVE-2008-5848?: CVE-2008-5848 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-5848 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5848?: CVE-2008-5848 primarily affects Advantech Adam-6015. In total, 14 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5848?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2008-5848 published?: CVE-2008-5848 was published on 2009-01-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (14)

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