CVE-2008-7289

Name: CVE-2008-7289
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2011-04-21T10:55:01.013+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.88%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-7289 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Tivoli Directory Server (TDS) 5.2 before 5.2.0.5-TIV-ITDS-LA0007 does not properly handle the simultaneous changing of multiple passwords, which makes it easier for remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (DB2 daemon deadlock) by making password changes that trigger updates to a DB2 password-history table.. EPSS estimates a 0.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Tivoli Directory Server (TDS) 5.2 before 5.2.0.5-TIV-ITDS-LA0007 does not properly handle the simultaneous changing of multiple passwords, which makes it easier for remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (DB2 daemon deadlock) by making password changes that trigger updates to a DB2 password-history table.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.88%

54.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Tivoli Directory Server	5.2.0
Ibm	Tivoli Directory Server	5.2.0.4

References

Timeline

Published: Apr 21, 2011
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-7289?

How severe is CVE-2008-7289?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-7289 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-7289?

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-2008-7289?

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

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST