CVE-2009-2546: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-2546: Directory traversal vulnerability in Advanced Electron Forum (AEF) 1.x allows remote attackers to determine...

Directory traversal vulnerability in Advanced Electron Forum (AEF) 1.x allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via the avatargalfile parameter when changing an avatar, which leaks the existence of the file in an error message. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2009-2546 is an old directory traversal issue reported in Advanced Electron Forum 1.x. A remote user could use avatar-changing behavior to learn whether files exist on the server. The sources do not show file disclosure, code execution, a patch, or active exploitation. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy Advanced Electron Forum 1.x deployments, especially public forums where users can change avatars. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so asset confirmation is required. Prioritize this as a legacy exposure check, not an emergency based on current evidence. If AEF 1.x is still internet-facing, plan removal, upgrade, or compensating controls because support and patch clarity appear weak. Mitigation focus: Identify any running Advanced Electron Forum 1.x instances.; Check archived vendor or maintainer guidance for a fixed release.; Retire or isolate unsupported AEF deployments where possible..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 20, 2009, 19:25 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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aef-avatargalfile-dir-traversal(51776)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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