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phpBB Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') Vulnerability (CVE-2007-5688)

Description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in directory.php in the Multi-Forums (aka Multi Host Forum Pro) module 1.3.3, for phpBB and Invision Power Board (IPB or IP.Board), allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) go and (2) cat parameters.

Remediation

References

CVE-2007-5688

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Severity

High

Classification

CVE-2007-5688 CWE-138

Tags

Missing Update Known Vulnerabilities

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