How severe is CVE-2008-7050?

CVE-2008-7050 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-7050 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-7050?

CVE-2008-7050 primarily affects Wowraidmanager. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-7050?

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-2008-7050 published?

CVE-2008-7050 was published on 2009-08-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-7050

CVE-2008-7050 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wowraidmanager 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-255.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (77th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Wowraidmanager
Published: 2009-08-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The password_check function in auth/auth_phpbb3.php in WoW Raid Manager 3.5.1 before Patch 1, when using PHPBB3 authentication, (1) does not invoke the CheckPassword function with the required arguments, which always triggers an authentication failure, and (2) returns true instead of false when an authentication failure occurs, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges with an arbitrary password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-7050?: The password_check function in auth/auth_phpbb3.php in WoW Raid Manager 3.5.1 before Patch 1, when using PHPBB3 authentication, (1) does not invoke the CheckPassword function with the required arguments, which always triggers an authentication failure, and (2) returns true instead of false when an authentication failure occurs, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain privileges with an arbitrary password.
How severe is CVE-2008-7050?: CVE-2008-7050 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-7050 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-7050?: CVE-2008-7050 primarily affects Wowraidmanager. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7050?: 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-2008-7050 published?: CVE-2008-7050 was published on 2009-08-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:wowraidmanager:wowraidmanager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wowraidmanager:wowraidmanager:3.1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wowraidmanager:wowraidmanager:3.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wowraidmanager:wowraidmanager:3.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wowraidmanager:wowraidmanager:3.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wowraidmanager:wowraidmanager:3.2.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wowraidmanager:wowraidmanager:3.5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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