How severe is CVE-2008-7027?

CVE-2008-7027 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-7027 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-7027?

CVE-2008-7027 primarily affects Libra File Manager Php Filemanager. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-7027?

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-2008-7027 published?

CVE-2008-7027 was published on 2009-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-7027

CVE-2008-7027 is a high-severity vulnerability in Libra File Manager Php Filemanager 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (81st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Libra File Manager Php Filemanager
Published: 2009-08-21
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Libra File Manager 1.18 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges by setting the user and pass cookies to 1.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-7027?: Libra File Manager 1.18 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges by setting the user and pass cookies to 1.
How severe is CVE-2008-7027?: CVE-2008-7027 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-7027 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-7027?: CVE-2008-7027 primarily affects Libra File Manager Php Filemanager. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7027?: 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-2008-7027 published?: CVE-2008-7027 was published on 2009-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:a:libra_file_manager:php_filemanager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:libra_file_manager:php_filemanager:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:libra_file_manager:php_filemanager:1.03:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:libra_file_manager:php_filemanager:1.05:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:libra_file_manager:php_filemanager:1.08:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:libra_file_manager:php_filemanager:1.17:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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