How severe is CVE-2007-1633?

CVE-2007-1633 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-1633 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-1633?

CVE-2007-1633 affects Giorgio Ciranni Splatt Forum. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1633?

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-2007-1633 published?

CVE-2007-1633 was published on 2007-03-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-1633

CVE-2007-1633 is a high-severity vulnerability in Giorgio Ciranni Splatt Forum 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Giorgio Ciranni Splatt Forum
Published: 2007-03-23
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in bbcode_ref.php in the Giorgio Ciranni Splatt Forum 4.0 RC1 module for PHP-Nuke allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the name parameter, as demonstrated by injecting PHP sequences into an Apache HTTP Server log file, which is then included by bbcode_ref.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1633?: Directory traversal vulnerability in bbcode_ref.php in the Giorgio Ciranni Splatt Forum 4.0 RC1 module for PHP-Nuke allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the name parameter, as demonstrated by injecting PHP sequences into an Apache HTTP Server log file, which is then included by bbcode_ref.php.
How severe is CVE-2007-1633?: CVE-2007-1633 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-1633 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-1633?: CVE-2007-1633 affects Giorgio Ciranni Splatt Forum. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1633?: 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-2007-1633 published?: CVE-2007-1633 was published on 2007-03-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:giorgio_ciranni:splatt_forum:4.0_rc1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*