LOW
CVE-2008-0945
CWE-134Published: February 25, 2008· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
3.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Format string vulnerability in the logging function in the IM Server (aka IMserve or IMserver) in Ipswitch Instant Messaging (IM) 2.0.8.1 and earlier allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) and possibly have unspecified other impact via format string specifiers in an IP address field.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2008-0945 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityM
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityP
AV:N/AC:M/Au:S/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Vendors & Products
ipswitch2 product(s)
imserverinstant messaging
Source: NVD CPE · 2 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (12)
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http://secunia.com/advisories/28824Vendor Advisory
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http://secunia.com/advisories/28824Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2008-0945
CVSS Score3.5 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-134
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedFeb 25, 2008
Related CVEs (CWE-134)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2008-0945 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.