How severe is CVE-2008-6638?

CVE-2008-6638 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-6638 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-6638?

CVE-2008-6638 affects Versalsoft Http File Upload Activex Control. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6638?

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-2008-6638 published?

CVE-2008-6638 was published on 2009-04-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-6638

CVE-2008-6638 is a high-severity vulnerability in Versalsoft Http File Upload Activex Control with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.8. 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-16.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 8.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-16
Affected product: Versalsoft Http File Upload Activex Control
Published: 2009-04-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Insecure method vulnerability in the Versalsoft HTTP Image Uploader ActiveX control (UUploaderSvrD.dll 6.0.0.35) allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via the RemoveFileOrDir method.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-6638?: Insecure method vulnerability in the Versalsoft HTTP Image Uploader ActiveX control (UUploaderSvrD.dll 6.0.0.35) allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via the RemoveFileOrDir method.
How severe is CVE-2008-6638?: CVE-2008-6638 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-6638 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-6638?: CVE-2008-6638 affects Versalsoft Http File Upload Activex Control. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6638?: 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-2008-6638 published?: CVE-2008-6638 was published on 2009-04-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:versalsoft:http_file_upload_activex_control:6.0.0.35:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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