Vulnerability Description
phpBB 2.0.20 does not properly verify user-specified input variables used as limits to SQL queries, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a negative LIMIT specification, as demonstrated by the start parameter to memberlist.php, which reveals the SQL query in the resulting error message.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpbb | Phpbb | 2.0.20 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=114695651425026&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=114731067321710&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=114685931319903&w=2
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/837
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26306
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=114695651425026&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=114731067321710&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=114685931319903&w=2
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/837
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26306
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2220?
CVE-2006-2220 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). phpBB 2.0.20 does not properly verify user-specified input variables used as limits to SQL queries, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a negative LIMIT specification, as...
How severe is CVE-2006-2220?
CVE-2006-2220 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-2220?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phpbb Phpbb.