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7.5

XOOPS Horoscope module lets attackers run code remotely

CVE-2007-3236 · published 19 years ago
Summary

The Horoscope module version 1.0 for the XOOPS website system contains a problem in its footer file that lets a remote user supply a web address and cause the server to run that code. This could let an attacker take control of the website or steal data. Apply any available updates for the module or remove the module until it is patched, and make sure the website’s file permissions are tightened.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
xoops horoscope_module 1.0
cpe:2.3:a:xoops:horoscope_module:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in footer.php in the Horoscope 1.0 module for XOOPS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the xoopsConfig[root_path] parameter.
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in footer.php in the Horoscope 1.0 module for XOOPS allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the xoopsConfig[root_path] parameter.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
77% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published15 Jun 2007
Updated29 Sep 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2007-3236 · NVD
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