CVE-2006-5562 describes a remote file inclusion vulnerability in SourceForge (alexandria) version 1.0.4, specifically within the include/database.php file. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by manipulating the sys_dbtype parameter. With a CVSS score of 7.5, this vulnerability is considered highly severe due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on the KEV catalog or Hot List, an exploit is publicly available on ExploitDB, indicating its exploitability, though there is no evidence of active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.0.4CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:open_source_technology_group:sourceforge:1.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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