CVE-2008-6549

Name: CVE-2008-6549
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-03-30T01:30:00.517+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.48%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-6549 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The password_checker function in config/multiconfig.py in MoinMoin 1.6.1 uses the cracklib and python-crack features even though they are not thread-safe, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault and crash) via unknown vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The password_checker function in config/multiconfig.py in MoinMoin 1.6.1 uses the cracklib and python-crack features even though they are not thread-safe, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (segmentation fault and crash) via unknown vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.48%

70.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Moinmo	Moinmoin	1.6.1

References

http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/35ff7a9b1546Exploit
http://moinmo.in/SecurityFixesVendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/48876
http://hg.moinmo.in/moin/1.6/rev/35ff7a9b1546Exploit
http://moinmo.in/SecurityFixesVendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/48876

Timeline

Published: Mar 30, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-6549?

How severe is CVE-2008-6549?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6549 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6549?

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