CVE-2008-3296: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-3296: Directory traversal vulnerability in modules/system/admin.php in XOOPS 2.0.18 1 allows remote attackers to...

Directory traversal vulnerability in modules/system/admin.php in XOOPS 2.0.18 1 allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the fct parameter. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:37 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-3296 describes a reported flaw in XOOPS 2.0.18 where a remote attacker could cause the application to include and execute local files. The record is old, has unknown severity, and explicitly says the provenance is unknown, so treat it as a legacy exposure requiring verification. Exposure is likely limited to legacy XOOPS 2.0.18 installations with modules/system/admin.php reachable. The structured affected-product data is not populated, so teams should confirm actual product and version from asset records and running code. Prioritize discovery over emergency response unless an exposed legacy XOOPS instance is found. If present on an internet-facing system, treat remediation as time-sensitive because the reported impact includes local file execution. Mitigation focus: Check XOOPS vendor or project guidance for historical fixes or upgrade paths.; Upgrade legacy XOOPS installations to a supported, maintained release if still in use.; Restrict access to administrative XOOPS paths where business requirements allow..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:33 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 25, 2008, 13:18 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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xoops-admin-file-include(43966)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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