CVE-2005-2781

CVE-2005-2781 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ilia Alshanetsky Fudforum 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

The Avatar upload feature in FUD Forum before 2.7.0 does not properly verify uploaded files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a file with a .php extension that contains image data followed by PHP code.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2781?
The Avatar upload feature in FUD Forum before 2.7.0 does not properly verify uploaded files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a file with a .php extension that contains image data followed by PHP code.
How severe is CVE-2005-2781?
CVE-2005-2781 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2781 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-2781?
CVE-2005-2781 primarily affects Ilia Alshanetsky Fudforum. In total, 39 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2781?
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-2005-2781 published?
CVE-2005-2781 was published on 2005-09-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (39)

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