CVE-2002-0473: Critical severity Phpbb Group Phpbb vulnerability

Published Aug 12, 2002
·
Updated

db.php in phpBB 2.0 (aka phpBB2) RC-3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code from remote servers via the phpbbrootpath parameter.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Phpbb Group Phpbb=2.0_rc2
Phpbb Group Phpbb=2.0_rc1
Phpbb Group Phpbb=2.0_rc3
Phpbb Group Phpbb=2.0_beta1

Remediation

Event History

Aug 12, 2002
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0473?

CVE-2002-0473 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0473?

To fix CVE-2002-0473, you should upgrade to phpBB version 2.0 RC4 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2002-0473?

CVE-2002-0473 affects phpBB versions 2.0 RC1, 2.0 RC2, 2.0 RC3, and 2.0 Beta1.

4

Can CVE-2002-0473 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2002-0473 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2002-0473?

The potential impacts of CVE-2002-0473 include full system compromise due to arbitrary code execution.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203