CVE-2008-5956: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5956: Wbstreet (aka PHPSTREET Webboard) 1.0 stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient acc...

Wbstreet (aka PHPSTREET Webboard) 1.0 stores sensitive information under the web root with insufficient access control, which allows remote attackers to obtain database credentials via a direct request to connect.inc.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw can expose database credentials from Wbstreet/PHPSTREET Webboard 1.0 because a sensitive include file is stored where the web server can serve it. If the product is still online, an unauthenticated remote party could obtain credentials and potentially access or alter forum data. Exposure is likely limited to legacy installations of Wbstreet/PHPSTREET Webboard 1.0 where the affected include file remains web-accessible. The affected vendor and CPE data are incomplete in the CVE bundle, so asset discovery should rely on application inventory and web content review. Treat confirmed internet-facing instances as urgent legacy risk. The issue is old, simple, and credential-focused, so remediation should prioritize removal, access control, and credential rotation over extended analysis. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or maintainer guidance for any available fixed release or hardening note.; Remove or decommission exposed Wbstreet/PHPSTREET Webboard 1.0 instances where feasible.; Deny web access to sensitive include or configuration files under the web root..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 23, 2009, 18:38 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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7337CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
wbstreet-database-information-disclosure(47074)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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