CVE-2005-3537

Name: CVE-2005-3537
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-12-22T23:03:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.42%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-3537 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A "missing request validation" error in phpBB 2 before 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to edit private messages of other users, probably by modifying certain parameters or other inputs.. EPSS estimates a 1.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A "missing request validation" error in phpBB 2 before 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to edit private messages of other users, probably by modifying certain parameters or other inputs.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.42%

69.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.0
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.1
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.2
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.3
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.4
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.5
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.6
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.6c
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.6d
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.7
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.7a
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.8
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.8a
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.9
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.10
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.11
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.12
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.13
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.14
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.15
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.16
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0.17
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0_beta1
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0_rc1
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0_rc2
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0_rc3
Phpbb Group	Phpbb	2.0_rc4

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/18098
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-925Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15246Patch
http://secunia.com/advisories/18098
http://www.debian.org/security/2005/dsa-925Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15246Patch

Timeline

Published: Dec 22, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-3537?

A "missing request validation" error in phpBB 2 before 2.0.18 allows remote attackers to edit private messages of other users, probably by modifying certain parameters or other inputs.

How severe is CVE-2005-3537?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-3537 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-3537?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2005-3537?

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Source: NVD / NIST