CVE-2006-4271 File upload in n/a

High 7.5 Published 21 Aug 2006 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the step parameter of the upgrade script, though default configurations require authentication.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2006-4271?

CVE-2006-4271 is a high-severity vulnerability in Jelsoft Vbulletin, published on 21 Aug 2006. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in install/upgrade_301.php in Jelsoft vBulletin 3.5.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the step parameter. NOTE: the vendor has disputed this vulnerability, saying "The default vBulletin requires authentication prior to the usage of the upgrade system.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-4271?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Jelsoft Vbulletin.

How do I fix CVE-2006-4271?

No fix has been published for CVE-2006-4271 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2006-4271 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2006-4271 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-867q-2qrx-4h8m.