CVE-2008-3486: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-3486: Directory traversal vulnerability in the user_get_profile function in include/functions.inc.php in Coppermi...

Directory traversal vulnerability in the user_get_profile function in include/functions.inc.php in Coppermine Photo Gallery (CPG) 1.4.18 and earlier, when the charset is utf-8, allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the lang part of serialized data in an _data cookie.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-3486 affects Coppermine Photo Gallery 1.4.18 and earlier under a UTF-8 charset configuration. A remote attacker could abuse cookie data to traverse directories and cause local files to be included and executed. This is serious for any remaining exposed legacy CPG deployment. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy internet-facing Coppermine Photo Gallery installations at version 1.4.18 or earlier using UTF-8 charset handling. The source bundle does not identify affected CPEs or a complete vendor-supported version matrix. Treat this as a legacy web-application exposure requiring prompt inventory and remediation. Priority is highest where old CPG instances remain internet-facing, because the stated impact includes local file execution and public exploit material exists. Mitigation focus: Inventory any Coppermine Photo Gallery deployments and identify versions.; Upgrade or retire CPG 1.4.18 and earlier according to vendor guidance.; Restrict external access to legacy CPG instances until remediation is confirmed..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 6, 2008, 17:05 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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coppermine-lang-file-include(44133)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
6178CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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