Vulnerability Description
PHP before 4.4.3 and 5.x before 5.1.4 does not limit the character set of the session identifier (PHPSESSID) for third party session handlers, which might make it easier for remote attackers to exploit other vulnerabilities by inserting PHP code into the PHPSESSID, which is stored in the session file. NOTE: it could be argued that this not a vulnerability in PHP itself, rather a design limitation that enables certain attacks against session handlers that do not account for this limitation.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Php | Php | 4.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21573PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1466
- http://www.hardened-php.net/advisory_052006.128.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/28233
- http://www.osvdb.org/28273
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/444263/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3388
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21573PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1466
- http://www.hardened-php.net/advisory_052006.128.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/28233
- http://www.osvdb.org/28273
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/444263/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3388
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4433?
CVE-2006-4433 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). PHP before 4.4.3 and 5.x before 5.1.4 does not limit the character set of the session identifier (PHPSESSID) for third party session handlers, which might make it easier for remote attackers to exploi...
How severe is CVE-2006-4433?
CVE-2006-4433 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-4433?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Php Php.