CVE-2008-3249: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-3249: The client in Lenovo System Update before 3.14 does not properly validate the certificate when establishing...

The client in Lenovo System Update before 3.14 does not properly validate the certificate when establishing an SSL connection, which allows remote attackers to install arbitrary packages via an SSL certificate whose X.509 headers match a public certificate used by IBM.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Older Lenovo System Update clients could trust the wrong SSL certificate during update checks. An attacker positioned to interfere with the connection could make the client accept malicious update packages. This is mainly a legacy endpoint risk, but the business impact is serious if old software remains installed. Exposure is limited to endpoints running Lenovo System Update versions before 3.14. Risk is highest on unmanaged legacy Lenovo systems or old gold images where the updater remains installed and may still be executed by users or support workflows. Treat as a high-priority legacy hygiene issue, not an internet-wide emergency. If vulnerable clients remain in the fleet, the impact could include unauthorized software installation through a trusted update path. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Lenovo System Update to version 3.14 or later where still required.; Remove the legacy updater from systems that no longer need it.; Check Lenovo or successor vendor guidance for current supported replacement tooling..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 21, 2008, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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ibm-thinkvantage-ssl-spoofing(42638)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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