Vulnerability Description
Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.4 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the (1) settings[default_theme_dir] parameter to Sources/Subs-Graphics.php and (2) settings[default_theme_dir] parameter to Sources/Themes.php. NOTE: CVE and multiple third parties dispute this issue because the files contain a protection mechanism against direct request
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Simple Machines | Simple Machines Forum | 1.1.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2008-03/0425.htmlExploit
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2008-03/0426.htmlExploit
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2008-03/0431.htmlExploit
- http://osvdb.org/51301
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28493
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41518
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2008-03/0425.htmlExploit
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2008-03/0426.htmlExploit
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2008-03/0431.htmlExploit
- http://osvdb.org/51301
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28493
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41518
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6544?
CVE-2008-6544 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.4 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the (1) settings[default_theme_dir] parameter ...
How severe is CVE-2008-6544?
CVE-2008-6544 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-2008-6544?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Simple Machines Simple Machines Forum.