CVE-2009-1948: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-1948: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in forum.php in Unclassified NewsBoard (UNB) 1.6.4, when regis...

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in forum.php in Unclassified NewsBoard (UNB) 1.6.4, when register_globals is enabled and magic_quotes_gpc is disabled, allow remote attackers to (1) read arbitrary recently-modified files via a .. (dot dot) in the GLOBALS[filename] parameter or (2) include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the GLOBALS[UTE][__tplCollection][a][file] parameter.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy web forum flaw that can expose files or run local included code if a vulnerable UNB 1.6.4 site is reachable and uses unsafe PHP settings. Business urgency depends on whether this old software is still deployed. Exposure is most likely on internet-facing legacy PHP hosts still running Unclassified NewsBoard 1.6.4 with register_globals enabled and magic_quotes_gpc disabled. The bundle does not identify other affected versions or products. Prioritize quickly if legacy UNB is still exposed. If no deployment exists, document the non-exposure and close. The risk is serious on affected hosts, but highly dependent on obsolete software and PHP configuration. Mitigation focus: Inventory public and internal sites for Unclassified NewsBoard 1.6.4.; Disable register_globals and avoid configurations with magic_quotes_gpc disabled where applicable.; Check vendor or archived project guidance for an official fixed version..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 5, 2009, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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unb-forum-directory-traversal(50877)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
unb-forum-file-include(50878)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
8841CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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