CVE-2006-6839: Critical severity Phpbb Group Phpbb vulnerability
Published Dec 31, 2006
·Updated
Unspecified vulnerability in phpBB before 2.0.22 has unknown impact and remote attack vectors related to "criteria for 'bad' redirection targets."
Affected Software
4 affected components
Phpbb Group Phpbb=2.0.21
Phpbb Group Phpbb=2.0.20
Phpbb Group Phpbb=1.2.4_rc3
Phpbb Group Phpbb=2.0.18
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 31, 2006
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jan 3, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6839?
The severity of CVE-2006-6839 has not been definitively categorized, but it is considered a potential security risk due to its unspecified impact and remote attack vectors.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-6839?
To fix CVE-2006-6839, upgrade phpBB to version 2.0.22 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
3
What versions of phpBB are affected by CVE-2006-6839?
CVE-2006-6839 affects phpBB versions 1.2.4_rc3, 2.0.18, 2.0.20, and 2.0.21.
4
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2006-6839?
CVE-2006-6839 can be exploited through remote attacks related to 'bad' redirection targets.
5
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2006-6839?
There are no specific public exploits documented for CVE-2006-6839, but it poses security concerns due to its nature.