SQL Injection Vulnerability in Powie's PHP Forum by Powie
CVE-2006-6038

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Key Information:

Vendor

Powie

Status
Pforum
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 November 2006

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2006-6038?

The SQL injection vulnerability in the editpoll.php file of Powie's PHP Forum (version 1.29a and earlier) allows remote attackers to manipulate database queries through the 'id' parameter. This exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, unauthorized actions, and potentially complete database compromise. Organizations using affected versions are urged to implement security measures and upgrade to secure versions to mitigate risks.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2006-6038 - Proof of Concept

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21144
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2797
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4607
vdb-entryx_refsource_VUPEN

Timeline

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    Public PoC available

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    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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