How severe is CVE-2008-5909?

CVE-2008-5909 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-5909 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-5909?

CVE-2008-5909 affects Sun Opensolaris. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5909?

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-2008-5909 published?

CVE-2008-5909 was published on 2009-01-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5909

CVE-2008-5909 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Opensolaris with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (24th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sun Opensolaris
Published: 2009-01-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in conv_lpd in Sun OpenSolaris has unknown impact and local attack vectors, related to improper handling of temporary files, aka Bug ID 6655641.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5909?: Unspecified vulnerability in conv_lpd in Sun OpenSolaris has unknown impact and local attack vectors, related to improper handling of temporary files, aka Bug ID 6655641.
How severe is CVE-2008-5909?: CVE-2008-5909 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-5909 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (24th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5909?: CVE-2008-5909 affects Sun Opensolaris. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5909?: 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-2008-5909 published?: CVE-2008-5909 was published on 2009-01-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:sun:opensolaris:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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