CVE-2008-5092: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5092: Heap-based buffer overflows in Novell eDirectory HTTP protocol stack (HTTPSTK) before 8.8 SP3 have unknown...

Heap-based buffer overflows in Novell eDirectory HTTP protocol stack (HTTPSTK) before 8.8 SP3 have unknown impact and attack vectors related to the (1) HTTP language header and (2) HTTP content-length header.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 10:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Novell eDirectory before 8.8 SP3 had heap buffer overflow flaws in its HTTP protocol stack. The public record does not define the business impact, but memory-corruption issues in directory infrastructure deserve attention because eDirectory is often identity-critical. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy Novell eDirectory deployments earlier than 8.8 SP3 where HTTPSTK is enabled or reachable. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete. Treat as a legacy identity-platform risk. Prioritize confirmation and remediation if eDirectory remains in use, especially on reachable management surfaces, but do not classify as actively exploited based on these sources. Mitigation focus: Identify any Novell eDirectory instances earlier than 8.8 SP3.; Review Novell advisory guidance for the exact supported remediation path.; Upgrade affected eDirectory deployments to 8.8 SP3 or later where applicable..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 14, 2008, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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