CVE-2008-5421

Name: CVE-2008-5421
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-11T15:30:00.44+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5421 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The SSL web administration service in NetWin SmsGate 1.1n and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hang) via (1) a large integer in the Content-Length HTTP header; (2) an invalid value in the Content-Length HTTP header, as demonstrated by a negative integer; or (3) a missing Content-Length HTTP header.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The SSL web administration service in NetWin SmsGate 1.1n and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hang) via (1) a large integer in the Content-Length HTTP header; (2) an invalid value in the Content-Length HTTP header, as demonstrated by a negative integer; or (3) a missing Content-Length HTTP header.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Netwin	Smsgate	<= 1.1n
Netwin	Smsgate	1.0a
Netwin	Smsgate	1.0c
Netwin	Smsgate	1.0h
Netwin	Smsgate	1.0r
Netwin	Smsgate	1.0w
Netwin	Smsgate	1.1m

References

http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/smsgheit-adv.txtExploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/29149Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28048
http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/smsgheit-adv.txtExploit
http://secunia.com/advisories/29149Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28048

Timeline

Published: Dec 11, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5421?

How severe is CVE-2008-5421?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5421 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5421?

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