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CVE-2008-0167

4.6 · MEDIUM

The write_array_file function in utils/include.pl in GForge 4.5.14 updates configuration files by truncating them to zero length and then writing new data, which might allow attackers to bypass int…

Published May 18, 2008debianCWE-59EPSS 0.73%

Overview

CVE-2008-0167 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting debian debian_linux. It was published on May 18, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The write_array_file function in utils/include.pl in GForge 4.5.14 updates configuration files by truncating them to zero length and then writing new data, which might allow attackers to bypass intended access restrictions or have unspecified other impact in opportunistic circumstances.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from debian. Update debian_linux to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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References

Refsecunia.com/advisories/30088Refsecunia.com/advisories/30286Refsecurity.debian.org/pool/updates/main/g/gforge/gforge_4.5.14-22etch8.diff.gzRefwww.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1577Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/29215Refwww.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1537/referencesRefexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42456Refsecunia.com/advisories/30088Refsecunia.com/advisories/30286Refsecurity.debian.org/pool/updates/main/g/gforge/gforge_4.5.14-22etch8.diff.gz

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0167?

CVE-2008-0167 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting debian debian_linux. It was published on May 18, 2008 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2008-0167?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2008-0167?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from debian. Update debian_linux to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2008-0167?

CyberStrike is an open-source, AI-augmented pentesting engine. Rather than flag a version number, it tests whether an issue like CVE-2008-0167 is actually reachable in your own applications and APIs, then verifies each finding before reporting it. That tells you if the weakness is a real, exploitable risk in your environment or a false positive you can safely deprioritize.

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