Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2008-6428 is a legacy issue in the Kaya 0.4.0 CGI framework. A remote attacker may be able to make the application send attacker-controlled HTTP headers, which can support cross-site scripting. Business urgency depends on whether old Kaya CGI applications still exist. Likely limited to organizations running Kaya 0.4.0 CGI-based applications or inherited code. The source bundle lists no vendor or CPE metadata beyond the CVE description, so asset discovery should verify actual Kaya usage rather than assume broad product exposure. Prioritize discovery over emergency response unless Kaya CGI applications are confirmed in production. If confirmed on public-facing systems, treat as a legacy web-app risk needing prompt remediation planning because header injection can affect users through XSS. Mitigation focus: Inventory web applications for Kaya 0.4.0 CGI framework usage.; Check Kaya project or vendor guidance for any fixed release or migration advice.; Retire or replace unsupported Kaya CGI applications where feasible..
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- Known Exploited
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- kaya-cgiframework-header-injection(42774)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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