CVE-2008-6308: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-6308: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Private Messaging System (PMS) 1.2.3 and earlier for PunBB...

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Private Messaging System (PMS) 1.2.3 and earlier for PunBB allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the pun_user[language] parameter to (1) functions_navlinks.php, (2) header_new_messages.php, (3) profile_send.php, and (4) viewtopic_PM-link.php in include/pms/.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE affects the Private Messaging System add-on for PunBB. A remote attacker could abuse a language selection parameter to make the application include and execute unintended files. For an exposed forum running PMS 1.2.3 or earlier, this could become a serious server-side compromise risk. Exposure is likely limited to legacy PunBB forums that installed PMS 1.2.3 or earlier and expose the affected PMS include paths. Organizations without PunBB or without this PMS add-on are unlikely to be affected based on the provided sources. Prioritize if any legacy PunBB forum is internet-facing or business-critical. The issue can lead to file inclusion and execution, but urgency depends on whether PMS 1.2.3 or earlier is actually deployed. Mitigation focus: Identify any PunBB deployments using PMS 1.2.3 or earlier.; Check PMS or PunBB vendor guidance for fixed versions or official remediation.; Disable or remove PMS if no maintained fixed release is available..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 27, 2009, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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7159CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
pms-multiple-file-include(46718)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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