CVE Catalog

CVE-2006-2865

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in template.php in phpBB 2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the page parameter. However, this issue is disputed as template.php does not appear in standard phpBB and does not use a $page variable.

Risk Assessment

If the vulnerability is real, an attacker can remotely execute arbitrary PHP code on the server, leading to full system compromise, data theft, or site takeover.

Recommendation

Verify if a custom modification or version of phpBB containing template.php is in use. If confirmed, immediately remove or secure the file and update to the latest stable phpBB release.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in template.php in phpBB 2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the page parameter. NOTE: followup posts have disputed this issue, stating that template.php does not appear in phpBB and does not use a $page variable. It is possible that this is a site-specific vulnerability, or an issue in a mod

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS