CVE-2006-5673: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-5673: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in bb_func_txt.php in miniBB 2.0.2 and earlier, when register_globa...

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in bb_func_txt.php in miniBB 2.0.2 and earlier, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the pathToFiles parameter.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 19:55 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old miniBB vulnerability that could let an attacker run PHP code on the server if miniBB 2.0.2 or earlier is exposed and PHP register_globals is enabled. Business risk is concentrated in legacy public forums or forgotten hosting environments. Exposure is most likely on legacy miniBB 2.0.2 or earlier deployments, especially internet-facing forums running old PHP configurations with register_globals enabled. Prioritize if any public-facing legacy miniBB instance remains online. The issue is old, but successful exploitation could become server-side code execution. If no miniBB or register_globals exposure exists, business urgency is low. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire or isolate miniBB 2.0.2 and earlier installations.; Disable PHP register_globals wherever it remains enabled.; Check miniBB vendor guidance for an upgrade or official fix..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 09:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 3, 2006, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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minibb-bbfunctxt-file-include(29831)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
2655CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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