CVE-2005-1892
First published: Wed Jun 08 2005(Updated: )
FlatNuke 2.5.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or obtain sensitive information via (1) a direct request to foot_news.php, which triggers an infinite loop, or (2) direct requests to unknown scripts, which reveals the web document root in an error message.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Postnuke Software Foundation Pnphpbb | <=2.5.3 | |
| Postnuke Software Foundation Pnphpbb | =1.0 | |
| Postnuke Software Foundation Pnphpbb | =1.5 | |
| Postnuke Software Foundation Pnphpbb | =1.6 | |
| Postnuke Software Foundation Pnphpbb | =2.0 | |
| Postnuke Software Foundation Pnphpbb | =1.8 | |
| Postnuke Software Foundation Pnphpbb | =1.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1892?
CVE-2005-1892 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for denial of service and information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1892?
To fix CVE-2005-1892, upgrade to a version of FlatNuke that is newer than 2.5.3.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2005-1892?
CVE-2005-1892 allows remote attackers to create a denial of service condition and gain sensitive information through error messages.
Which versions of FlatNuke are affected by CVE-2005-1892?
CVE-2005-1892 affects FlatNuke versions up to and including 2.5.3, as well as several earlier versions.
What components of FlatNuke are vulnerable in CVE-2005-1892?
The vulnerability in CVE-2005-1892 specifically affects foot_news.php and any unknown scripts that could reveal the web document root.
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