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CVE-2008-1657

MediumPublished

OpenSSH 4.4 up to versions before 4.9 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the sshd_config ForceCommand directive by modifying the .ssh/rc session file.

Published: Apr 2, 2008
Updated: Aug 7, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Aug 8, 2026

Primary CVSS

6.5/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:P/I:P/A:P

EPSS probability estimate

2.2%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 81.6%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

OpenSSH 4.4 up to versions before 4.9 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the sshd_config ForceCommand directive by modifying the .ssh/rc session file.

Sources

CVE-Exploit-Research-DevelopmentExploit
A professional Python tool designed for educational penetration testing, demonstrating SSH vulnerabilities (CVE-2008-0166 / CVE-2008-1657) with interactive shell access, command logging, and automated PDF/DOCX reporting.
CVE-Exploit-Research-DevelopmentExploit
SSH Exploit Tool (Educational Use Only) 📌 Description This tool demonstrates exploitation of: CVE-2008-0166 CVE-2008-1657 It connects to vulnerable SSH services and provides: Persistent interactive shell Command execution logging Automatic PDF & DOCX report generation

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