CVE-2005-2086
HighPublic exploitPHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in viewtopic.php in phpBB 2.0.15 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code.
Published Jul 5, 2005 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2005-2086 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Phpbb (Phpbb Group).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
85%
Higher than 99.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in viewtopic.php in phpBB 2.0.15 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| PhpbbPhpbb Group | 2.0.15 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 5, 2005
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
References
FAQ
Common Questions.
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in viewtopic.php in phpBB 2.0.15 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code.
Affected: Phpbb (Phpbb Group) versions 2.0.15. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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