CVE-2006-5235: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-5235: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in includes/functions_kb.php in Dimension of phpBB 0.2.6 and earlie...

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in includes/functions_kb.php in Dimension of phpBB 0.2.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the phpbb_root_path parameter. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained from third party information.

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

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This old PHP issue concerns Dimension of phpBB 0.2.6 and earlier. If the vulnerable file is reachable, an attacker could potentially make the application load external PHP code, leading to server compromise. The source notes unknown provenance, so treat the record as credible enough to investigate but not fully evidenced. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy sites still running Dimension of phpBB 0.2.6 or earlier, especially internet-facing PHP deployments retaining includes/functions_kb.php. The bundle does not provide normalized affected CPEs, so asset discovery must rely on product/version and file-path evidence. Prioritize investigation if any public legacy phpBB-derived knowledge base remains online. The potential impact is server-side code execution, but evidence quality is limited and no active exploitation is cited in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Identify any Dimension of phpBB installations and confirm their versions.; Remove or retire unsupported Dimension of phpBB deployments where feasible.; Check vendor or trusted archive guidance for any available fix..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 11, 2006, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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