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CVE-2005-3537: A "missing request validation" error in phpBB 2 before 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to edit private messa...

A "missing request validation" error in phpBB 2 before 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to edit private messages of other users, probably by modifying certain parameters or other inputs.

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CVE-2005-3537 affects phpBB 2 versions before 2.0.18. A missing request validation flaw could let a remote attacker edit another user’s private messages. That creates confidentiality, integrity, and trust risk for organizations still running legacy phpBB forums. Exposure is most likely in legacy phpBB 2 installations, especially internet-facing forums not upgraded to 2.0.18 or later. Modern phpBB branches are not identified as affected in the provided sources. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item. It is not supported as actively exploited by the provided sources, but affected public forums could suffer user trust and message integrity damage. Mitigation focus: Upgrade phpBB 2 installations to 2.0.18 or later where applicable.; Check Debian DSA-925 for distribution-specific package guidance.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy phpBB 2 deployments..

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