CVE-2008-6829

Name: CVE-2008-6829
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-06-08T19:30:00.25+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 37.61%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-6829 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VicFTPS 5.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a LIST command that starts with a "/\/" (forward slash, backward slash, forward slash). NOTE: this might be the same issue as CVE-2008-2031.. EPSS estimates a 37.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

VicFTPS 5.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a LIST command that starts with a "/\/" (forward slash, backward slash, forward slash). NOTE: this might be the same issue as CVE-2008-2031.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

37.61%

98.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Vicftps	Vicftps	5.0

References

http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2927Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6834
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2927Vendor Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6834

Timeline

Published: Jun 8, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-6829?

How severe is CVE-2008-6829?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6829 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 37.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6829?

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