CVE-2006-5421: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-5421: WSN Forum 1.3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a modified pathname i...

WSN Forum 1.3.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a modified pathname in the pathtoconfig parameter that points to an avatar image that contains PHP code, which is then accessed from prestart.php. NOTE: this issue has been labeled remote file inclusion, but that label only applies to the attack, not the underlying vulnerability.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 19:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

WSN Forum 1.3.4 and earlier could let a remote attacker make the application run attacker-supplied PHP code. For an exposed legacy forum, this is a potentially serious server compromise risk, even though the provided sources do not include a CVSS score or current exploitation evidence. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running WSN Forum 1.3.4 or earlier on internet-accessible PHP hosting. The source bundle lacks CPE data and names affected products only in the CVE description, so asset confirmation is required. Treat this as a legacy internet-facing application risk. Prioritize finding and retiring or isolating affected WSN Forum instances, especially on shared PHP servers where compromise could affect broader hosting environments. Mitigation focus: Identify any WSN Forum installations and confirm whether versions are 1.3.4 or earlier.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for an upgrade, patch, or supported replacement path.; Remove or isolate obsolete WSN Forum instances from public access where business use is not required..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 09:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Oct 20, 2006, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

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Source materials

CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
wsnforum-prestart-file-upload(29635)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
2583CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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