CVE-2008-6308

Name: CVE-2008-6308
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-02-27T01:30:00.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.04%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-6308 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Private Messaging System (PMS) 1.2.3 and earlier for PunBB allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the pun_user[language] parameter to (1) functions_navlinks.php, (2) header_new_messages.php, (3) profile_send.php, and (4) viewtopic_PM-link.php in include/pms/.. EPSS estimates a 2.04% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Private Messaging System (PMS) 1.2.3 and earlier for PunBB allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the pun_user[language] parameter to (1) functions_navlinks.php, (2) header_new_messages.php, (3) profile_send.php, and (4) viewtopic_PM-link.php in include/pms/.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.04%

78.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Punbb	Private Messaging System	<= 1.2.3
Punbb	Private Messaging System	1.2.0
Punbb	Private Messaging System	1.2.1
Punbb	Private Messaging System	1.2.2

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/13201Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32360Exploit
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3214Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46718
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7159
http://secunia.com/advisories/13201Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32360Exploit
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3214Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46718
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7159

Timeline

Published: Feb 27, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-6308?

How severe is CVE-2008-6308?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6308 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.04% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-6308?

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