Vulnerability Description
Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in PHPMyNews 1.4 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the cfg_include_dir parameter in (1) disp_form.php3, (2) disp_smileys.php3, (3) little_news.php3, and (4) index.php3 in include/.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpmynews | Phpmynews | <= 1.4 |
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1720
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/448015/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20396Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29401
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2488
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1720
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/448015/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20396Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29401
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2488
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5261?
CVE-2006-5261 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in PHPMyNews 1.4 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the cfg_include_dir parameter in (1) disp_form.php3, (...
How severe is CVE-2006-5261?
CVE-2006-5261 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-2006-5261?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Phpmynews Phpmynews.