CVE-2000-1231: Medium severity Phorum Phorum vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2000
·Updated
code.php3 in Phorum 3.0.7 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files in the phorum directory via the query string.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Phorum Phorum=3.0.7
Remediation
Event History
Dec 31, 2000
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jul 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2000-1231?
CVE-2000-1231 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized file access.
2
How do I fix CVE-2000-1231?
To fix CVE-2000-1231, upgrade Phorum to a version that resolves this file read vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2000-1231?
CVE-2000-1231 affects Phorum version 3.0.7.
4
Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2000-1231?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2000-1231 to read arbitrary files from the Phorum directory.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2000-1231?
The impact of CVE-2000-1231 is that it allows unauthorized users to access sensitive files, potentially leading to data leakage.