CVE-2008-6508: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-6508: Directory traversal vulnerability in the AuthCheck filter in the Admin Console in Openfire 3.6.0a and earli...

Directory traversal vulnerability in the AuthCheck filter in the Admin Console in Openfire 3.6.0a and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and access the admin interface via a .. (dot dot) in a URI that matches the Exclude-Strings list, as demonstrated by a /setup/setup-/.. sequence in a URI.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Openfire 3.6.0a and earlier had an Admin Console authentication bypass. A remote attacker could use directory traversal in a matching URL to reach administrative functions without logging in. That can turn an exposed chat server management interface into a serious business risk. Exposure is most likely where Openfire 3.6.0a or earlier is still running and the Admin Console is reachable from untrusted networks. Prioritize remediation for any exposed Openfire Admin Console. The issue is old, public, and directly affects administrative access, which raises takeover risk if legacy systems remain online. Mitigation focus: Inventory Openfire servers and identify any version 3.6.0a or earlier.; Check Ignite Realtime changelog and JM-1489 for the vendor-fixed release.; Upgrade affected Openfire instances following vendor guidance..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 23, 2009, 19:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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7075CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
openfire-authcheckfilter-security-bypass(46488)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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