How severe is CVE-2007-1698?

CVE-2007-1698 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2007-1698 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-1698?

CVE-2007-1698 affects Philex. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-1698?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2007-1698 published?

CVE-2007-1698 was published on 2007-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-1698

CVE-2007-1698 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Philex with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Philex
Published: 2007-03-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

download.php in Philex 0.2.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and source code, and obtain sensitive information via the file parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-1698?: download.php in Philex 0.2.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and source code, and obtain sensitive information via the file parameter.
How severe is CVE-2007-1698?: CVE-2007-1698 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2007-1698 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-1698?: CVE-2007-1698 affects Philex. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1698?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2007-1698 published?: CVE-2007-1698 was published on 2007-03-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:philex:philex:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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