Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in Simple Forum by Code-Projects
CVE-2025-6848

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Code-projects

Status
Simple Forum
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 June 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-6848?

A security flaw has been identified in Simple Forum, specifically in the file /forum1.php, which allows for unrestricted file uploads. This vulnerability can be exploited remotely, enabling attackers to potentially upload malicious files to the server without proper validation. Such capability poses significant risks to server integrity and data confidentiality. It is crucial for users of Simple Forum 1.0 to apply necessary security measures to mitigate potential threats associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Simple Forum 1.0

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-2025-6848 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.314291
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.314291
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.603349
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

ez-lbz (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-6848 : Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability in Simple Forum by Code-Projects