CVE-2019-7720

taocms through 2014-05-24 allows eval injection by placing PHP code in the install.php db_name parameter and then making a config.php request

published February 11, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
75.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty little eval injection is lurking in taocms, waiting for someone to enter PHP code in the db_name parameter — it’s like leaving a hidden key under the doormat! 🔑 Think of it like ordering a pizza with a secret ingredient you didn't want. If the chef doesn’t bother to check the order, they might just throw in something wild that changes everything! An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary PHP code on your server, potentially compromising sensitive data or functionalities. Imagine someone gaining full control over your website simply by slipping in their unsanctioned code during configuration!

Put simply

Think of it like ordering a pizza with a secret ingredient you didn't want. If the chef doesn’t bother to check the order, they might just throw in something wild that changes everything! This eval injection vulnerability in taocms allows attackers to execute PHP code by manipulating the db_name parameter in install.php, leading to unauthorized actions on your server when config.php is requested.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to run arbitrary PHP code on your server, potentially compromising sensitive data or functionalities. Imagine someone gaining full control over your website simply by slipping in their unsanctioned code during configuration! To protect your system, validate and sanitize all input parameters to ensure no harmful code can be injected. Additionally, consider updating to the latest version of taocms that addresses this issue and review your server's configuration settings. 🛡️ You’ve got this! With a little vigilance and these fixes, you can keep your site safe and sound! 💪😊

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01607 · 75.7th percentile
Published
2019-02-11T03:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 11 FEB 03:00Z
    taocms through 2014-05-24 allows eval injection by placing PHP code in the install.php db_name parameter and then making a config.php request
    cvelistv5