CVE-2008-0480: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-0480: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Web Wiz Forums 9.07 and earlier allow remote attackers to l...

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Web Wiz Forums 9.07 and earlier allow remote attackers to list arbitrary directories, and .txt and .zip files, via a .....\\\ in the sub parameter to (1) RTE_file_browser.asp or (2) file_browser.asp.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 07:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-0480 is an old directory traversal issue in Web Wiz Forums 9.07 and earlier. If the vulnerable file browser pages are reachable, a remote attacker may browse directories and view exposed .txt or .zip files. The main business risk is information disclosure from legacy public forum deployments. Exposure is most likely on internet-facing legacy Web Wiz Forums 9.07 or earlier installations where the affected ASP file browser scripts remain deployed and reachable. Organizations without Web Wiz Forums, or with those scripts removed or inaccessible, are unlikely to be exposed. Prioritize remediation if any public legacy Web Wiz Forums instance is still running. The issue is old, but public exploit references make unmanaged exposure risky. If the product is not present, record the non-exposure and move on. Mitigation focus: Identify any Web Wiz Forums deployments and confirm their version.; Review vendor release notes or support guidance for fixed versions.; Upgrade or retire Web Wiz Forums 9.07 and earlier if still present..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 29, 2008, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Source materials

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4970CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
webwiz-rte-filebrowser-directory-traversal(39856)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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