CVE-2008-1206

Name: CVE-2008-1206
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-03-08T00:44:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.99%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-1206 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in the log_message function in lks.c in Linux Kiss Server 1.2, when background (daemon) mode is disabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an invalid command.. EPSS estimates a 3.99% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Format string vulnerability in the log_message function in lks.c in Linux Kiss Server 1.2, when background (daemon) mode is disabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an invalid command.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.99%

89.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-134

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Linux Kiss Server	Linux Kiss Server	1.2

References

http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=120468901813326&w=2Exploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/29219Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28099
http://www.vashnukad.com/Exploit, URL Repurposed
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0785
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41018
http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=120468901813326&w=2Exploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/29219Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28099
http://www.vashnukad.com/Exploit, URL Repurposed
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0785
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41018

Timeline

Published: Mar 8, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-1206?

How severe is CVE-2008-1206?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1206 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.99% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1206?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST