CVE-2006-6975

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in centipaid_class.php in CentiPaid 1.4.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a URL in the class_pwd…

Critical · published February 8, 2007

CVSS v3.1
9.8
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 A remote file inclusion vulnerability in CentiPaid 1.4.3 lets attackers execute arbitrary code just by tampering with a parameter! 🚨 Think of it like a restaurant that allows customers to place special orders without verifying the ingredients — if they don't check the order, anyone could get something dangerous served up! This flaw could allow an attacker to slip in malicious code, potentially compromising the entire server. Imagine an intruder walking into your kitchen and changing your secret recipe to something harmful. The repercussions could be absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that allows customers to place special orders without verifying the ingredients — if they don't check the order, anyone could get something dangerous served up! The vulnerability arises from the use of the class_pwd parameter in centipaid_class.php, which allows remote attackers to include external files and execute arbitrary PHP code, despite claims that it is set to a static value before the relevant include statement.

What to do

This flaw could allow an attacker to slip in malicious code, potentially compromising the entire server. Imagine an intruder walking into your kitchen and changing your secret recipe to something harmful. The repercussions could be absolutely devastating! Immediate action is required: update to the latest version of CentiPaid to ensure this vulnerability is patched. Additionally, consider reviewing your PHP file inclusion practices to tighten security, such as using safer alternatives like whitelisting. 🛡️ You've got this! By following these steps, you'll reinforce your defenses and keep your code safe! 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.8 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02705 · 85.8th percentile
Published
2007-02-08T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 FEB 17:00Z
    PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in centipaid_class.php in CentiPaid 1.4.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a URL in the class_pwd…
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