CVE-2008-5671

Name: CVE-2008-5671
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-19T01:52:02.61+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.70%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5671 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in Joomla! 1.0.11 through 1.0.14, when RG_EMULATION is enabled in configuration.php, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.70% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in Joomla! 1.0.11 through 1.0.14, when RG_EMULATION is enabled in configuration.php, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.70%

74.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-94

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Joomla	Joomla	<= 1.0.14
Joomla	Joomla	1.0.11
Joomla	Joomla	1.0.12
Joomla	Joomla	1.0.13

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5671?

How severe is CVE-2008-5671?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5671 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5671?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST