CVE-2006-3308

Unspecified vulnerability in the wpprop code for Project EROS bbsengine before 20060622-0315 has unknown impact and remote attack vectors via [img] tags…

published June 29, 2006

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
72.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unspecified vulnerability in the wpprop code could open the door to potential attacks through [img] tags! 😱 Think of it like unwatched food in a communal fridge — anyone can just toss something in, and you never know if it's safe to eat. If this code mishandles input, it might make your site a feast for attackers looking to exploit it. If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could potentially inject malicious scripts, leading to data theft or user impersonation. The uncertainty surrounding its impact means it's a ticking time bomb — while we don't know the full extent, it’s wise to stay alert!

Put simply

Think of it like unwatched food in a communal fridge — anyone can just toss something in, and you never know if it's safe to eat. If this code mishandles input, it might make your site a feast for attackers looking to exploit it. This vulnerability in Project EROS bbsengine allows for the possibility of cross-site scripting (XSS) through unvalidated [img] tags, which could let an attacker execute arbitrary scripts in users' browsers.

What to do

If an attacker successfully exploits this vulnerability, they could potentially inject malicious scripts, leading to data theft or user impersonation. The uncertainty surrounding its impact means it's a ticking time bomb — while we don't know the full extent, it’s wise to stay alert! To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure you’re running the latest version of Project EROS bbsengine and review your code for proper input validation. If you're using this code, it’s time to audit your implementation and add necessary security measures! You've got this! Stay vigilant and secure your site against potential threats! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01429 · 72.6th percentile
Published
2006-06-29T01:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 JUN 01:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the wpprop code for Project EROS bbsengine before 20060622-0315 has unknown impact and remote attack vectors via [img] tags…
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