CVE-2008-6506: Medium severity phpBB phpbb vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in phpBB before 3.0.4 allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and activate de-activated accounts via unknown vectors.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
phpBB Prillianto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.0.4
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-6506?
CVE-2008-6506 is considered to have a medium severity level due to the potential for attackers to bypass access restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6506?
To fix CVE-2008-6506, it is recommended to upgrade phpBB to version 3.0.4 or later.
What versions of phpBB are affected by CVE-2008-6506?
CVE-2008-6506 affects phpBB versions prior to 3.0.4, including versions 1.0, 2.0, and 3.0.
Can CVE-2008-6506 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-6506 can potentially be exploited remotely by malicious users to activate de-activated accounts.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-6506?
The potential impacts of CVE-2008-6506 include unauthorized access to user accounts and disruption of intended access controls.