Vulnerability Description
PHP before 5.2.5 allows local users to bypass protection mechanisms configured through php_admin_value or php_admin_flag in httpd.conf by using ini_set to modify arbitrary configuration variables, a different issue than CVE-2006-4625.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Php | Php | <= 5.2.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=41561
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27648PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27659
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30040
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018934
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2007-0242
- http://www.php.net/ChangeLog-5.php#5.2.5
- http://www.php.net/releases/5_2_5.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491693/100/0/threaded
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-1943
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=41561
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27648PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27659
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30040
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018934
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5900?
CVE-2007-5900 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). PHP before 5.2.5 allows local users to bypass protection mechanisms configured through php_admin_value or php_admin_flag in httpd.conf by using ini_set to modify arbitrary configuration variables, a d...
How severe is CVE-2007-5900?
CVE-2007-5900 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-5900?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Php Php.