Is CVE-2008-6779 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2008-6779, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2008-6779 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2008-6779 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2008-6779?

CVE-2008-6779 has a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH).

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CVE-2008-6779

CWE-89Published: May 1, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

7.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

SQL injection vulnerability in the Sarkilar module for PHP-Nuke allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a showcontent action to modules.php.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2008-6779 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2008-6779. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.