CVE-2008-5433

Name: CVE-2008-5433
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-11T15:30:00.643+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.06%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5433 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in login.php in PunBB 1.3 and 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the password field.. EPSS estimates a 1.06% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in login.php in PunBB 1.3 and 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the password field.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.06%

60.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Punbb	Punbb	1.3
Punbb	Punbb	1.3.1

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 11, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5433?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in login.php in PunBB 1.3 and 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the password field.

How severe is CVE-2008-5433?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5433 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.06% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5433?

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-2008-5433?

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Source: NVD / NIST