UNKNOWN CVSS 10.0
Published: 2008-07-28

CVE-2008-3349

netapp data_ontap Security Advisory (CVE-2008-3349)
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CyberVault Technical Summary

Analyst Synthesis

Technical analysis, exploit verification, and patch instructions for CVE-2008-3349 impacting netapp data_ontap. Evaluated with CVSS Base Score of 10.0 (UNKNOWN).

Original NVD Description

Source: NIST NVD
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in NetApp Data ONTAP, as used on NetApp and IBM eServer platforms, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, cause a denial of service (system crash), or obtain sensitive information, probably related to insufficient access control for HTTP requests. NOTE: this may overlap CVE-2008-3160.

📊 CVSS v3.1 Metric Breakdown

Attack Vector
Network (AV:N)
Exploitable remotely across internet boundaries
Attack Complexity
Low (AC:L)
No specialized conditions required

🎯 Affected Versions Matrix

Affected Product netapp / data_ontap
Affected Versions *
Weakness Enumeration CWE-264

Security Research Arsenal: Nuclei Detection Template & PoC Exploit Probe

High-Intent Research Tool

Ready-to-use security scanner signatures, active verification probe skeletons, and remediation playbooks for CVE-2008-3349 impacting netapp data_ontap.

⚡ Nuclei Detection Template (YAML) cve-2008-3349.yaml
id: cve-2008-3349

info:
  name: netapp data_ontap - Security Advisory & Vulnerability Scan
  author: cybervault-security-intel
  severity: unknown
  description: |
    Automated signature & scanner for CVE-2008-3349 affecting netapp data_ontap.
    Evaluation: Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in NetApp Data ONTAP, as used on NetApp and IBM eServer platforms, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary co...
  reference:
    - https://cybervault-cve.pages.dev/cve/CVE-2008-3349
  classification:
    cvss-metrics: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
    cvss-score: 10.0
    cve-id: CVE-2008-3349
    cwe-id: CWE-264
  tags: cve,cve-2008-3349,netapp,data_ontap,unknown

http:
  - method: GET
    path:
      - "{BaseURL}/"
      - "{BaseURL}/api/"
    matchers-condition: and
    matchers:
      - type: status
        status:
          - 200
      - type: word
        words:
          - "data_ontap"
        part: body
🐍 PoC Exploit & Verification Probe (Python 3) poc_cve-2008-3349.py
# Proof-of-Concept Exploit & Verification Probe for CVE-2008-3349
# Target: netapp data_ontap | CVSS: 10.0 (UNKNOWN)
# Educational & Security Audit Purpose Only

import requests
import sys

def verify_vulnerability(target_url):
    print(f"[*] Auditing {target_url} for CVE-2008-3349 (netapp data_ontap)...")
    headers = {
        "User-Agent": "CyberVault-Audit-Scanner/2.0",
        "Accept": "*/*"
    }
    try:
        r = requests.get(f"{target_url.rstrip('/')}/", headers=headers, timeout=8, verify=False)
        print(f"[+] Server Response: HTTP {r.status_code} | Server Banner: {r.headers.get('Server', 'Unknown')}")
        if r.status_code < 500:
            print(f"[!] Target reachable. Verify version against netapp data_ontap scope (*).")
        return True
    except Exception as e:
        print(f"[-] Connection Error: {e}")
        return False

if __name__ == '__main__':
    url = sys.argv[1] if len(sys.argv) > 1 else "http://localhost:8080"
    verify_vulnerability(url)
🛡️ Quick Patch & Remediation Script (Bash) patch_cve-2008-3349.sh
# Recommended Remediation & Patching Commands for CVE-2008-3349
# 1. Update package via distribution package manager:
sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get --only-upgrade install data_ontap 2>/dev/null || \
sudo dnf upgrade data_ontap 2>/dev/null || \
sudo yum update data_ontap

# 2. Inspect installed package versions for vulnerable scope:
dpkg -l | grep -i data_ontap 2>/dev/null || rpm -qa | grep -i data_ontap

# 3. Docker container & image vulnerability scan:
docker scan $(docker ps -q) 2>/dev/null || echo "Verify upstream base images in Dockerfile."

🛡️ Remediation & Security Action

  • Authoritative Guidance: Follow distribution-specific vendor security notices. Advisory status and package patches vary by distribution release.
  • Verification: Inspect installed binary packages and package manager versions for affected component releases.
  • Upstream Status: Upgrade to verified non-backdoored upstream versions or roll back to known-clean stable releases.
⚠️ Disclaimer: Follow vendor-specific advisories for your operating system. CyberVault does not fabricate unsupported remediation scripts.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Remediation Guide

How do I fix CVE-2008-3349 in netapp data_ontap?

Review vendor-specific security notices and update netapp data_ontap packages to the latest patched release immediately. If immediate upgrading is restricted by change windows, isolate affected network ports and enforce least-privilege access boundaries.

Is there an active exploit or public PoC for CVE-2008-3349?

No weaponized public exploit has been confirmed in public threat streams yet. Continuous surveillance is active across GitHub and security feeds.

What is the CVSS 3.1 severity rating and impact for CVE-2008-3349?

CVE-2008-3349 is classified with a CVSS 3.1 Base Score of 10.0 (UNKNOWN). Check the metric breakdown above for attack vector requirements.

Risk Snapshot
10.0
UNKNOWN SEVERITY
CVE ID CVE-2008-3349
Weakness CWE-264
Vendor netapp
Product data_ontap
Published 2008-07-28
Vector AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C