CVE-2008-7253

Name: CVE-2008-7253
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-01-25T19:30:00.947+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.09%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-7253 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The default configuration of the web server in IBM Lotus Domino Server, possibly 6.0 through 8.0, enables the HTTP TRACE method, which makes it easier for remote attackers to steal cookies and authentication credentials via a cross-site tracing (XST) attack, a related issue to CVE-2004-2763 and CVE-2005-3398.. EPSS estimates a 2.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The default configuration of the web server in IBM Lotus Domino Server, possibly 6.0 through 8.0, enables the HTTP TRACE method, which makes it easier for remote attackers to steal cookies and authentication credentials via a cross-site tracing (XST) attack, a related issue to CVE-2004-2763 and CVE-2005-3398.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.09%

79.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-16

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Lotus Domino Server	6.0
Ibm	Lotus Domino Server	6.5
Ibm	Lotus Domino Server	7.0
Ibm	Lotus Domino Server	8.0

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 25, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-7253?

How severe is CVE-2008-7253?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-7253 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-7253?

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Source: NVD / NIST