CVE-2006-5115: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-5115: Directory traversal vulnerability in kgcall.php in KGB 1.87 allows remote attackers to include and execute...

Directory traversal vulnerability in kgcall.php in KGB 1.87 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the engine parameter, as demonstrated by uploading a file containing PHP code with an image/jpeg content type, and then referencing this file through the engine parameter.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 19:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2006-5115 is a legacy web application flaw in KGB 1.87. A remote attacker could abuse a path traversal issue in kgcall.php to make the application include and execute local files. Business urgency depends on whether this old software is still deployed and internet-reachable. Exposure is likely limited to legacy KGB 1.87 installations with kgcall.php reachable. Risk increases where users can upload files that the PHP runtime can later read or execute. The source metadata does not identify broader affected products or versions. Prioritize confirmation over broad emergency response. If KGB 1.87 is internet-facing, address promptly because the described impact can reach code execution. If no deployment exists, document non-exposure and close as a legacy risk item. Mitigation focus: Inventory and retire any remaining KGB 1.87 deployments.; Restrict or remove public access to kgcall.php if still present.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for any available fixed release..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 10:06 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 2, 2006, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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kgb-kgcall-file-include(29235)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
2447CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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