CVE-2008-7274

CVE-2008-7274 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Websphere Application Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3. 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-20.

Key facts

Description

IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 6.1.0.9, when the JAAS Login functionality is enabled, allows attackers to perform an internal application hashtable login by (1) not providing a password or (2) providing an empty password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-7274?
IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 6.1.0.9, when the JAAS Login functionality is enabled, allows attackers to perform an internal application hashtable login by (1) not providing a password or (2) providing an empty password.
How severe is CVE-2008-7274?
CVE-2008-7274 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-7274 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-7274?
CVE-2008-7274 affects Ibm Websphere Application Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7274?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-7274 published?
CVE-2008-7274 was published on 2011-02-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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