Vulnerability Description
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in the JIM component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter. NOTE: another researcher has stated that the product distribution does not include an index.php file. Also, this might be related to CVE-2006-4242
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Jim Component | All versions |
| Mambo | Jim Component | All versions |
References
- http://www.osvdb.org/28097
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443674/100/100/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/444216/100/100/threaded
- http://www.osvdb.org/28097
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443674/100/100/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/444216/100/100/threaded
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4556?
CVE-2006-4556 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in the JIM component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter...
How severe is CVE-2006-4556?
CVE-2006-4556 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-2006-4556?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomla Jim Component, Mambo Jim Component.