CVE-2008-6742

Name: CVE-2008-6742
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-04-21T18:30:00.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.16%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-6742 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Foxy P2P software allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a foxy URI with a download action and a large fs value.. EPSS estimates a 2.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Foxy P2P software allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a foxy URI with a download action and a large fs value.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.16%

79.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Gofoxy	Foxy	All versions

References

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-6742?

Foxy P2P software allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a foxy URI with a download action and a large fs value.

How severe is CVE-2008-6742?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6742 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6742?

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-2008-6742?

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Source: NVD / NIST