PatchTheCVECVE-2008-6497: The Neostrada Livebox ADSL Router allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (network outage) via mu
CVE-2008-6497 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting neostrada livebox adsl router. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Neostrada Livebox ADSL Router allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (network outage) via multiple HTTP requests for the /- URI.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 4%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 9.7% (top 4%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-20 |
| Published | 2009-03-20 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2008-6497?
neostrada livebox adsl router: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2008-6497 being exploited?
CVE-2008-6497 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2008-6497 affect?
CVE-2008-6497 affects neostrada livebox adsl router. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). The Neostrada Livebox ADSL Router allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (network outage) via multiple HTTP requests for the /- URI.
How urgent is CVE-2008-6497?
Priority 56/100. High severity; EPSS top 4%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference