CVE-2004-1693

CVE-2004-1693 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mambo with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in Function.php in Mambo 4.5 (1.0.9) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by modifying the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter to reference a URL on a remote web server that contains the code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1693?
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in Function.php in Mambo 4.5 (1.0.9) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code by modifying the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter to reference a URL on a remote web server that contains the code.
How severe is CVE-2004-1693?
CVE-2004-1693 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1693 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1693?
CVE-2004-1693 affects Mambo. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1693?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2004-1693 published?
CVE-2004-1693 was published on 2004-09-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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