Vulnerability Description
PHP 5.2.7 contains an incorrect change to the FILTER_UNSAFE_RAW functionality, and unintentionally disables magic_quotes_gpc regardless of the actual magic_quotes_gpc setting, which might make it easier for context-dependent attackers to conduct SQL injection attacks and unspecified other attacks.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Php | Php | 5.2.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=42718Exploit
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=46759
- http://www.php.net/ChangeLog-5.php#5.2.8
- http://www.php.net/archive/2008.php#id2008-12-07-1
- http://www.php.net/archive/2008.php#id2008-12-08-1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32673
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021393
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=42718Exploit
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=46759
- http://www.php.net/ChangeLog-5.php#5.2.8
- http://www.php.net/archive/2008.php#id2008-12-07-1
- http://www.php.net/archive/2008.php#id2008-12-08-1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32673
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021393
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5844?
CVE-2008-5844 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). PHP 5.2.7 contains an incorrect change to the FILTER_UNSAFE_RAW functionality, and unintentionally disables magic_quotes_gpc regardless of the actual magic_quotes_gpc setting, which might make it easi...
How severe is CVE-2008-5844?
CVE-2008-5844 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-2008-5844?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Php Php.