Vulnerability Description
The php_register_variable_ex function in php_variables.c in PHP 5.3.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a request containing a large number of variables, related to improper handling of array variables. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incorrect fix for CVE-2011-4885.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Php | Php | 5.3.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/Document.jsp?objectID=c03360041
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/May/msg00001.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-03/msg00013.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-03/msg00016.html
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=134012830914727&w=2
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/02/02/12
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/02/03/1
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2012-0092.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47801
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47806Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47813
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48668
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1026631
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5281
- http://svn.php.net/viewvc?view=revision&revision=323007
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0830?
CVE-2012-0830 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The php_register_variable_ex function in php_variables.c in PHP 5.3.9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a request containing a large number of variables, related to improper handli...
How severe is CVE-2012-0830?
CVE-2012-0830 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-2012-0830?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Php Php.