Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in forum/irc/irc.php in the PJIRC 0.5 module for phpBB allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the phpEx parameter.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hotscripts | Pjirc | 0.5 |
| Phpbb | Pjirc Module | 0.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3790
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/490070/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28446Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41456
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3790
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/490070/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28446Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41456
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1565?
CVE-2008-1565 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Directory traversal vulnerability in forum/irc/irc.php in the PJIRC 0.5 module for phpBB allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the phpEx parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-1565?
CVE-2008-1565 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-2008-1565?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hotscripts Pjirc, Phpbb Pjirc Module.