CVE-2005-1290: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-1290: Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in phpBB 2.0.14 and earlier allow remote attackers to i...

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities in phpBB 2.0.14 and earlier allow remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the (1) u parameter to profile.php, (2) highlight parameter to viewtopic.php, or (3) forumname or forumdesc parameters to admin_forums.php.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:44 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old phpBB issue where attackers could inject script or HTML into affected forum pages. For a business, the main concern is legacy internet-facing forums still running phpBB 2.0.14 or earlier, which could expose users or administrators to browser-based compromise. Exposure is most likely in legacy phpBB 2.0.14 or earlier deployments, especially public forums or administrative interfaces still reachable online. The source bundle lists affected version scope but does not provide CPEs or deployment indicators. Prioritize if the organization still operates old phpBB forums, particularly public or customer-facing communities. If no phpBB 2.0.x assets exist, urgency is low. Unsupported legacy forum software should be removed or upgraded as part of normal risk reduction. Mitigation focus: Inventory and retire any phpBB 2.0.14 or earlier deployments.; Check phpBB vendor guidance for the supported patched release or migration path.; Limit access to administrative forum functions where possible..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 22:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 26, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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