CVE-2004-2039: e107 0.615 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a direct request to (1) alt_news.php...

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CVE-2004-2039 is an old information disclosure issue in e107 0.615. Direct requests to certain PHP files can make the application reveal its server-side filesystem path in an error message. This is usually not a standalone breach, but it can help attackers map the environment for later attacks. Exposure is likely limited to legacy e107 0.615 installations, especially internet-facing sites that still expose the referenced PHP files and display PHP errors to users. Treat this as low urgency unless e107 0.615 is still externally exposed. The main business risk is environmental disclosure that may support chained attacks against obsolete web infrastructure. Mitigation focus: Confirm whether any public site still runs e107 0.615.; Check archived e107 or advisory guidance for a fixed release or supported upgrade path.; Retire or isolate obsolete e107 0.615 deployments where practical..

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Jun 29, 2026, 20:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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