CVE-2008-4499

CVE-2008-4499 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Php Web Explorer Php Web Explorer Lite with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. 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-22.

Key facts

Description

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in PHP Web Explorer 0.99b and earlier allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) refer parameter to main.php and the (2) file parameter to edit.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-4499?
Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in PHP Web Explorer 0.99b and earlier allow remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the (1) refer parameter to main.php and the (2) file parameter to edit.php.
How severe is CVE-2008-4499?
CVE-2008-4499 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-4499 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-2008-4499?
CVE-2008-4499 primarily affects Php Web Explorer Php Web Explorer Lite. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4499?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2008-4499 published?
CVE-2008-4499 was published on 2008-10-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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