CVE-2005-0299: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-0299: Directory traversal vulnerability in GForge 3.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to list arbitrary direc...

Directory traversal vulnerability in GForge 3.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to list arbitrary directories via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) dir parameter to controller.php or (2) dir_name parameter to controlleroo.php.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:05 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2005-0299 is a directory traversal flaw in GForge 3.3 and earlier. A remote attacker could cause exposed GForge controller pages to list directories outside the intended web path, potentially revealing sensitive file names and system structure. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running legacy GForge 3.3 or earlier, especially if the affected controller pages are internet-accessible or reachable by untrusted users. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item with moderate urgency. It is not KEV-listed in the provided evidence, but internet-facing obsolete GForge systems could disclose filesystem information useful for follow-on attacks. Mitigation focus: Inventory any remaining GForge deployments and confirm version numbers.; Remove internet exposure for legacy GForge 3.x instances where possible.; Check vendor or project guidance for fixed versions or supported migration paths..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 01:08 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 10, 2005, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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gforge-dir-dirname-directory-traversal(18988)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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