CVE-2008-1492: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-1492: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in CoronaMatrix phpAddressBook 2.11 allow remote attackers to...

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in CoronaMatrix phpAddressBook 2.11 allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the skin parameter to (1) index.php and (2) install.php. NOTE: it was later reported that vector 1 is also present in 2.0.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 08:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-1492 is an old phpAddressBook issue where a remote user could abuse the theme or skin selection input to make the application include local files. If the affected application is still internet-facing, impact could include sensitive file exposure or code execution depending on server conditions. Exposure is most likely in legacy, self-hosted phpAddressBook deployments where index.php or install.php remains reachable. The bundle does not identify broader affected products or supported versions beyond phpAddressBook 2.11 and the noted 2.0 index.php vector. Prioritize remediation if phpAddressBook is still internet-facing or used near sensitive data. The software appears legacy, and the issue has public exploit references, but the source bundle does not confirm active exploitation or a vendor patch. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire unsupported phpAddressBook deployments where possible.; Check vendor or archival advisory guidance for a fixed version or replacement.; Remove public access to install.php if installation is complete..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 25, 2008, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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5288CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
phpaddressbook-skin-directory-traversal(41394)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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