Vulnerability Description
phpBB 2.0.17 and earlier, when the register_long_arrays directive is disabled, allows remote attackers to modify global variables and bypass security mechanisms because PHP does not define the associated HTTP_* variables.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpbb Group | Phpbb | 2.0.0 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=113081113317600&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17366
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18098
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/130
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015121PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-925
- http://www.hardened-php.net/advisory_172005.75.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/20414
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15243Patch
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=113081113317600&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17366
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18098
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/130
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015121PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-925
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-3417?
CVE-2005-3417 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). phpBB 2.0.17 and earlier, when the register_long_arrays directive is disabled, allows remote attackers to modify global variables and bypass security mechanisms because PHP does not define the associa...
How severe is CVE-2005-3417?
CVE-2005-3417 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-3417?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phpbb Group Phpbb.