CVE-2008-6816

CVE-2008-6816 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Eaton Network Shutdown Module 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-287.

Key facts

• Severity: Critical (CVSS 2.0 base score 10.0)
• EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (91st percentile)
• Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
• Weakness: CWE-287
• Affected product: Eaton Network Shutdown Module
• Published: 2009-05-28
• Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Eaton MGEOPS Network Shutdown Module before 3.10 Build 13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by adding a custom action to the MGE frontend via pane_actionbutton.php, and then executing this action via exec_action.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-6816?

Eaton MGEOPS Network Shutdown Module before 3.10 Build 13 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by adding a custom action to the MGE frontend via pane_actionbutton.php, and then executing this action via exec_action.php.

How severe is CVE-2008-6816?

CVE-2008-6816 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.

Is CVE-2008-6816 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-6816?

CVE-2008-6816 primarily affects Eaton Network Shutdown Module. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6816?

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-2008-6816 published?

CVE-2008-6816 was published on 2009-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

• http://download.mgeops.com/install/win32/nsm/release_note_nsm_320.txt
• http://osvdb.org/50051
• http://secunia.com/advisories/32456
• http://www.nruns.com/security_advisory_eaton_mge_ops_network_shutdown_module_authentication_bypass.php
• http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497824/100/100/threaded
• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31933
• https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46131

Affected products (5)

• cpe:2.3:h:eaton:network_shutdown_module:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:h:eaton:network_shutdown_module:2.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:h:eaton:network_shutdown_module:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:h:eaton:network_shutdown_module:3.02:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:h:eaton:network_shutdown_module:3.04:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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