CVE-2001-1472 describes a SQL injection vulnerability in phpBB versions 1.4.0 and 1.4.1, specifically within the prefs.php script. This flaw allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands by manipulating the viewemail parameter, potentially leading to administrative access. Rated as Medium severity with a CVSS score of 4.6, it requires local access and low attack complexity, but can result in partial compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on CISA's KEV catalog, an exploit is available on ExploitDB, and the vulnerability has garnered significant community discussion, indicating awareness among security researchers.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.4.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:phpbb_group:phpbb:1.4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.4.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:phpbb_group:phpbb:1.4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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