CVE-2008-4562: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-4562: Buffer overflow in the ovlaunch CGI program in HP OpenView Network Node Manager (OV NNM) 7.01, 7.51, and 7....

Buffer overflow in the ovlaunch CGI program in HP OpenView Network Node Manager (OV NNM) 7.01, 7.51, and 7.53 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Host parameter. NOTE: this issue may be partially covered by CVE-2009-0205.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 17, 2024, 03:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2008-4562 is a remote code execution risk in HP OpenView Network Node Manager on Windows. A vulnerable CGI component, ovlaunch, can overflow when handling a crafted Host parameter. For organizations still running these legacy versions, compromise could affect a network-management platform with broad operational visibility. Exposure is most likely where legacy HP OpenView NNM 7.01, 7.51, or 7.53 Windows deployments remain reachable over a network, especially management web interfaces or CGI endpoints. Prioritize remediation if affected NNM versions are still in use. The business risk is elevated because network-management systems often hold privileged visibility and operational control, but current exploitation evidence is not provided. Mitigation focus: Identify any HP OV NNM 7.01, 7.51, or 7.53 Windows instances.; Review HP advisory SSRT080100 for vendor-supported remediation guidance.; Remove or upgrade unsupported legacy NNM deployments where feasible..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 8, 2009, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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