CVE-2006-6553 describes a remote file inclusion vulnerability in the NewsSuite 1.03 module for mxBB, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by manipulating the 'mx_root_path' parameter. This vulnerability carries a CVSS score of 7.5, indicating high severity due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed in CISA's KEV catalog, public exploit code exists on ExploitDB, though there is minimal community discussion or media coverage surrounding this older vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.03CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:mxbb:mxbb_newssuite:1.03:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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