CVE-2008-3072: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-3072: Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.x before 1.1.5 and 1.0.x before 1.0.13, when running in PHP before 4.2.0, d...

Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.x before 1.1.5 and 1.0.x before 1.0.13, when running in PHP before 4.2.0, does not properly seed the random number generator, which has unknown impact and attack vectors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This CVE concerns very old Simple Machines Forum versions running on PHP before 4.2.0. The reported issue is weak random-number seeding, but the public record does not explain the practical impact or attack path. Treat it as legacy-platform risk that should be eliminated during internet-facing forum hygiene. Exposure appears limited to legacy SMF 1.0.x or 1.1.x deployments paired with PHP before 4.2.0. Internet-facing forums, archived community sites, or unmanaged legacy hosting are the most plausible places to check. Prioritize as a legacy cleanup item, especially for public forums. The evidence does not support emergency handling, but obsolete SMF and PHP combinations should not remain exposed. Mitigation focus: Upgrade SMF 1.1.x systems to 1.1.5 or later.; Upgrade SMF 1.0.x systems to 1.0.13 or later.; Remove PHP before 4.2.0 from hosting environments..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 8, 2008, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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