CVE-2008-0406

Name: CVE-2008-0406
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-01-29T00:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.57%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-0406 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c, when account names are used as log filenames, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long account name.. EPSS estimates a 3.57% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c, when account names are used as log filenames, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long account name.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.57%

87.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hfs	Http File Server	<= 2.2b

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 29, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-0406?

HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c, when account names are used as log filenames, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) via a long account name.

How severe is CVE-2008-0406?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0406 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.57% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0406?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2008-0406?

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Source: NVD / NIST