CVE-2008-5932

Name: CVE-2008-5932
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-01-21T18:30:00.53+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.20%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5932 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. CodeAvalanche FreeForum stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download the database file containing the password via a direct request for _private/CAForum.mdb. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.. EPSS estimates a 6.20% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

CodeAvalanche FreeForum stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to download the database file containing the password via a direct request for _private/CAForum.mdb. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.20%

92.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Codeavalanche	Freeforum	_nil_

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 21, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5932?

How severe is CVE-2008-5932?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5932 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.20% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5932?

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-2008-5932?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST