CVE-2008-5642

Name: CVE-2008-5642
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-17T17:30:00.843+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 8.93%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5642 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in admin/login.php in CMS Made Simple 1.4.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in a cms_language cookie.. EPSS estimates a 8.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in admin/login.php in CMS Made Simple 1.4.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in a cms_language cookie.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

8.93%

94.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cmsmadesimple	Cms Made Simple	1.4.1

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 17, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5642?

Directory traversal vulnerability in admin/login.php in CMS Made Simple 1.4.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in a cms_language cookie.

How severe is CVE-2008-5642?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5642 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5642?

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-2008-5642?

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Source: NVD / NIST