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Google Dork: Powered by Woltlab Burning...

Finds websites running outdated Woltlab Burning Board forum versions prior to 2.3.2 with known security vulnerabilities.

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Google Dork Query:

Powered by Woltlab Burning Board" -"2.3.3" -"v2.3.3" -"v2.3.2" -"2.3.2
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What It Does

This dork searches for 'Powered by Woltlab Burning Board' footer text while excluding the patched versions 2.3.2 and 2.3.3. This filters results to show only forums running older, unpatched versions of Burning Board that are vulnerable to known SQL injection and XSS exploits.

Common Use Cases

  • Vulnerable Forum Detection: Find Burning Board forums running versions before 2.3.2 that have known unpatched vulnerabilities.
  • Forum Security Audit: Identify your forums running outdated Burning Board versions that need immediate security updates.
  • Legacy Software Assessment: Discover organizations still running vulnerable Burning Board versions for security research.

How to Use Safely

  1. Execute the dork in Google to find Burning Board installations excluding patched versions.
  2. Confirm the exact version from the page footer or admin panel.
  3. Research known CVEs for the specific pre-2.3.2 version identified.
  4. Recommend immediate upgrade to the latest Burning Board version.

Responsible Use Required

This dork should only be used on systems you own or have explicit authorization to test. Unauthorized access to computer systems is illegal. Always follow ethical guidelines and obtain proper permission before testing.

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