CVE-2008-5585

CVE-2008-5585 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lcxbbportal 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-94.

Key facts

Description

Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in lcxBBportal 0.1 Alpha 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the phpbb_root_path parameter to (1) portal/includes/portal_block.php and (2) includes/acp/acp_lcxbbportal.php.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5585?
Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in lcxBBportal 0.1 Alpha 2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the phpbb_root_path parameter to (1) portal/includes/portal_block.php and (2) includes/acp/acp_lcxbbportal.php.
How severe is CVE-2008-5585?
CVE-2008-5585 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-5585 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-2008-5585?
CVE-2008-5585 affects Lcxbbportal. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5585?
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-2008-5585 published?
CVE-2008-5585 was published on 2008-12-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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