CVE-2008-5603

Name: CVE-2008-5603
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-16T19:07:32.17+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.61%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5603 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ASPTicker 1.0 stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download the database file via a direct request for news.mdb.. EPSS estimates a 2.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ASPTicker 1.0 stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download the database file via a direct request for news.mdb.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.61%

83.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Aspapps	Aspticker	1.0

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5603?

ASPTicker 1.0 stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download the database file via a direct request for news.mdb.

How severe is CVE-2008-5603?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5603 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5603?

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-2008-5603?

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Source: NVD / NIST