CVE-2008-6544: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-6544: Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.4 allow remote attack...

Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Simple Machines Forum (SMF) 1.1.4 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the (1) settings[default_theme_dir] parameter to Sources/Subs-Graphics.php and (2) settings[default_theme_dir] parameter to Sources/Themes.php. NOTE: CVE and multiple third parties dispute this issue because the files contain a protection mechanism against direct request

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-6544 is an old, disputed report against Simple Machines Forum 1.1.4. It alleges remote PHP code execution through theme directory parameters, but CVE notes the issue is disputed because the referenced files include direct-request protection. Likely exposure is limited to organizations still running Simple Machines Forum 1.1.4, especially public legacy forums. The affected metadata is incomplete and the issue is disputed, so exposure should be confirmed by inventory and local code/version review. Treat this as a legacy-software hygiene issue unless local validation proves exposure. Prioritize inventory, support status, and retirement or upgrade planning over emergency response based on the provided evidence. Mitigation focus: Identify any internet-facing SMF 1.1.4 deployments.; Review Simple Machines or vendor guidance for supported upgrade direction.; Retire or isolate unsupported legacy forum instances where feasible..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 30, 2009, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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smf-subsgraphics-themes-file-include(41518)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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