CVE-2008-3257
CriticalPublic exploitStack-based buffer overflow in the Apache Connector (mod_wl) in Oracle WebLogic Server (formerly BEA WebLogic Server) 10.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP version string, as demonstrated by a string after "POST /.jsp" in an HTTP…
Published Jul 22, 2008 · Updated Apr 22, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2008-3257 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 10.0 v2) affecting Apache Connector In Weblogic Server (Bea Systems), Weblogic Server (Bea Systems).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including oracle weblogic server 10.3, Weblogic Server 10.3.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
10.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
84%
Higher than 99.6% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Apache Connector (mod_wl) in Oracle WebLogic Server (formerly BEA WebLogic Server) 10.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP version string, as demonstrated by a string after "POST /.jsp" in an HTTP request.
Affected Products
72 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Connector In Weblogic ServerBea Systems | See advisory | n/a |
| Weblogic ServerBea Systems | 10.0_mp1, 10.0, 3.1.8, 4.0, 4.0.4, 4.5, 4.5.1, 4.5.1-sp15 | 10.3 |
Patched Releases
oracle weblogic server
10.3
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 22, 2008
Last updated
Apr 22, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-119 Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
References
- advisory31146
- exploitMSF bea_weblogic_post_bof.rb
- exploitExploitDB-18897
- otherhttp://blogs.oracle.com/security/2008/07/security_alert_for_cve-2008-3257_released.html
- otheroracle-weblogic-apacheconnector-bo(43885)
FAQ
Common Questions.
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Apache Connector (mod_wl) in Oracle WebLogic Server (formerly BEA WebLogic Server) 10.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long HTTP version string, as demonstrated by a string after "POST /.jsp" in an HTTP request.
Affected: Apache Connector In Weblogic Server (Bea Systems); Weblogic Server (Bea Systems) versions 10.0_mp1, 10.0, 3.1.8, 4.0, 4.0.4, 4.5, 4.5.1, 4.5.1-sp15. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including oracle weblogic server 10.3, Weblogic Server 10.3.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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