CVE-2009-5008

CVE-2009-5008 is a low-severity vulnerability in Cisco Secure Desktop with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. 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-264.

Key facts

Description

Cisco Secure Desktop (CSD), when used in conjunction with an AnyConnect SSL VPN server, does not properly perform verification, which allows local users to bypass intended policy restrictions via a modified executable file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-5008?
Cisco Secure Desktop (CSD), when used in conjunction with an AnyConnect SSL VPN server, does not properly perform verification, which allows local users to bypass intended policy restrictions via a modified executable file.
How severe is CVE-2009-5008?
CVE-2009-5008 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2009-5008 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-5008?
CVE-2009-5008 affects Cisco Secure Desktop. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-5008?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2009-5008 published?
CVE-2009-5008 was published on 2010-10-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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