CVE-2008-5496

Name: CVE-2008-5496
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-12T16:30:00.907+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.19%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5496 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. SQL injection vulnerability in showcategory.php in PozScripts Business Directory Script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cid parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in showcategory.php in PozScripts Business Directory Script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cid parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.19%

64.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-89

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Pozscripts	Business Directory Script	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 12, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5496?

SQL injection vulnerability in showcategory.php in PozScripts Business Directory Script allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cid parameter.

How severe is CVE-2008-5496?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5496 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5496?

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-2008-5496?

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Source: NVD / NIST