CVE-2008-5670

Name: CVE-2008-5670
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-19T01:52:02.593+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.19%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5670 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Textpattern (aka Txp CMS) 4.0.5 does not ask for the old password during a password reset, which makes it easier for remote attackers to change a password after hijacking a session.. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Textpattern (aka Txp CMS) 4.0.5 does not ask for the old password during a password reset, which makes it easier for remote attackers to change a password after hijacking a session.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.19%

64.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Textpattern	Textpattern	4.0.5

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5670?

Textpattern (aka Txp CMS) 4.0.5 does not ask for the old password during a password reset, which makes it easier for remote attackers to change a password after hijacking a session.

How severe is CVE-2008-5670?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5670 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5670?

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