How severe is CVE-2008-6231?

CVE-2008-6231 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-6231 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-6231?

CVE-2008-6231 affects Preprojects Pre Classified Listings. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6231?

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-2008-6231 published?

CVE-2008-6231 was published on 2009-02-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-6231

CVE-2008-6231 is a high-severity vulnerability in Preprojects Pre Classified Listings with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Preprojects Pre Classified Listings
Published: 2009-02-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Pre Classified Listing PHP allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access by setting the (1) adminname and the (2) adminid cookies to "admin".

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-6231?: Pre Classified Listing PHP allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access by setting the (1) adminname and the (2) adminid cookies to "admin".
How severe is CVE-2008-6231?: CVE-2008-6231 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-6231 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-6231?: CVE-2008-6231 affects Preprojects Pre Classified Listings. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6231?: 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-2008-6231 published?: CVE-2008-6231 was published on 2009-02-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:preprojects:pre_classified_listings:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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