How severe is CVE-2007-5688?

CVE-2007-5688 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-5688 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-5688?

CVE-2007-5688 primarily affects Invision Power Services Invision Power Board. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5688?

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-2007-5688 published?

CVE-2007-5688 was published on 2007-10-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-5688

CVE-2007-5688 is a high-severity vulnerability in Invision Power Services Invision Power Board 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-89.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (60th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-89
Affected product: Invision Power Services Invision Power Board
Published: 2007-10-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in directory.php in the Multi-Forums (aka Multi Host Forum Pro) module 1.3.3, for phpBB and Invision Power Board (IPB or IP.Board), allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) go and (2) cat parameters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5688?: Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in directory.php in the Multi-Forums (aka Multi Host Forum Pro) module 1.3.3, for phpBB and Invision Power Board (IPB or IP.Board), allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) go and (2) cat parameters.
How severe is CVE-2007-5688?: CVE-2007-5688 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-5688 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-5688?: CVE-2007-5688 primarily affects Invision Power Services Invision Power Board. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5688?: 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-2007-5688 published?: CVE-2007-5688 was published on 2007-10-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:invision_power_services:invision_power_board:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:phpbb:phpbb:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sebflipper:multi-forums_module:1.3.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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