CVE-2008-2993: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in index.php in FOG Forum 0.8.1 allow remote attackers to incl...

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FOG Forum 0.8.1 has directory traversal issues in index.php that can let a remote attacker make the application include and execute local files. This can threaten confidentiality and application control where the forum is still internet-exposed. The supplied sources do not identify a vendor patch or active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to legacy deployments of FOG Forum 0.8.1, especially public index.php instances. The source bundle lists affected vendor and product fields as n/a, so asset matching should rely on application name, version, and route behavior rather than CPE data. Prioritize any internet-facing FOG Forum 0.8.1 instance for removal, isolation, or vendor-guided remediation. The product is old, public exploit material is referenced, and successful abuse could affect server-side application execution. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or maintainer guidance for an official fix or upgrade path.; Retire or replace FOG Forum 0.8.1 if still deployed.; Restrict public access to affected forum paths until remediation is complete..

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Jun 28, 2026, 18:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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