7.5
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-2361

First published: Mon May 15 2006(Updated: )

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in pafiledb_constants.php in Download Manager (mxBB pafiledb) integration, as used with phpBB, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the module_root_path parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mxbb Mxbb Newssuite=2.7
Mxbb Mxbb Newssuite=2.8
Php Arena Pabugs=1.1.3
Php Arena Pabugs=2.0.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-2361?

    CVE-2006-2361 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-2361?

    Fix CVE-2006-2361 by updating to the latest versions of the affected software that resolve this vulnerability.

  • What are the affected software versions for CVE-2006-2361?

    CVE-2006-2361 affects mxBB Portal versions 2.7 and 2.8, and Php Arena pafiledb versions 1.1.3 and 2.0.1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-2361?

    CVE-2006-2361 is a remote file inclusion vulnerability that allows attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code.

  • Can exploitation of CVE-2006-2361 lead to data compromise?

    Yes, exploitation of CVE-2006-2361 can lead to a complete compromise of the web application's data and server.

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