CVE-2008-2857

Name: CVE-2008-2857
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-06-25T12:36:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.11%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-2857 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. AlstraSoft AskMe Pro 2.1 and earlier stores passwords in cleartext in a MySQL database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information.. EPSS estimates a 2.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

AlstraSoft AskMe Pro 2.1 and earlier stores passwords in cleartext in a MySQL database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.11%

79.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Alstrasoft	Askme	<= 2.1

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 25, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-2857?

AlstraSoft AskMe Pro 2.1 and earlier stores passwords in cleartext in a MySQL database, which allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information.

How severe is CVE-2008-2857?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-2857 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2857?

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-2008-2857?

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Source: NVD / NIST