High · published December 29, 2025
🚨 Just a simple POST request can reveal your secrets! An unauthenticated attacker can generate a configuration backup ZIP from phpMyFAQ and grab sensitive files—like database credentials—without breaking a sweat. ⚡ Think of it like an unguarded filing cabinet where anyone can request a copy of the entire file without anyone checking their ID. A casual request leads to a treasure trove of sensitive information! With this vulnerability, an attacker could easily obtain sensitive configuration files, potentially exposing your database credentials and leading to unauthorized access. This could result in full compromise of your database and application, making it a nightmare for any organization!
Think of it like an unguarded filing cabinet where anyone can request a copy of the entire file without anyone checking their ID. A casual request leads to a treasure trove of sensitive information! This vulnerability in phpMyFAQ (prior to version 4.0.16) allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to trigger the creation of a configuration backup ZIP file via a simple POST request. The resulting ZIP file is then downloadable from a publicly accessible location, containing sensitive files like 'database.php'.
With this vulnerability, an attacker could easily obtain sensitive configuration files, potentially exposing your database credentials and leading to unauthorized access. This could result in full compromise of your database and application, making it a nightmare for any organization! To protect your setup, immediately update phpMyFAQ to version 4.0.16 or later. Additionally, review your API access settings and ensure proper authentication is enforced to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive operations. You've got this! Patch your application and lock it down—soon you'll be a security hero! 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| phpmyfaq/phpmyfaq | < 4.0.16 | 4.0.16 |
| phpmyfaq/phpmyfaq | all versions | — |