CVE-2007-0496

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in lib/nl/nl.php in Neon Labs Website (nlws) 3.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via…

published January 25, 2007

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A rogue URL can spell disaster here! The PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in Neon Labs Website 3.2 exposes your server to arbitrary PHP code execution through a sneaky parameter. 🔥 Think of this as a restaurant that serves food without checking the source—anyone can drop off a dish that could be downright dangerous! The g_strRootDir parameter acts like the kitchen door where that unsafe meal enters without scrutiny. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run malicious PHP code on your server, potentially gaining full control over your web application. This means they could read, alter, or even delete sensitive data, and trust me, that's absolutely devastating!

Put simply

Think of this as a restaurant that serves food without checking the source—anyone can drop off a dish that could be downright dangerous! The g_strRootDir parameter acts like the kitchen door where that unsafe meal enters without scrutiny. This vulnerability in lib/nl/nl.php allows attackers to manipulate the g_strRootDir parameter with a crafted URL, enabling them to include external PHP files without proper validation.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run malicious PHP code on your server, potentially gaining full control over your web application. This means they could read, alter, or even delete sensitive data, and trust me, that's absolutely devastating! Immediately update to a patched version of Neon Labs Website if available, or consider disabling remote file inclusion entirely. Additionally, audit your code to ensure that all parameters are validated and sanitized. 🛡️ You've got this! With these steps, you'll be on your way to securing your web application in no time. 🚀

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03758 · 89.8th percentile
Published
2007-01-25T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 JAN 21:00Z
    PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in lib/nl/nl.php in Neon Labs Website (nlws) 3.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via…
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