CVE-2005-2733
HighPublic exploitupload_img_cgi.php in Simple PHP Blog (SPHPBlog) does not properly restrict file extensions of uploaded files, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Published Aug 30, 2005 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2005-2733 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Simple PHP Blog (Alexander Palmo).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 51% 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)
51%
Higher than 98.9% 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
upload_img_cgi.php in Simple PHP Blog (SPHPBlog) does not properly restrict file extensions of uploaded files, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Simple PHP BlogAlexander Palmo | 0.4.0 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Aug 30, 2005
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
References
- advisory16598
- exploitMSF sphpblog_file_upload.rb
- exploitExploitDB-1191
- exploitExploitDB-16883
- other20050826 Simple PHP Blog File Upload and User Credentials Exposure Vulnerabilities
FAQ
Common Questions.
upload_img_cgi.php in Simple PHP Blog (SPHPBlog) does not properly restrict file extensions of uploaded files, which could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Affected: Simple PHP Blog (Alexander Palmo) versions 0.4.0. 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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