First published: Thu Dec 06 2001(Updated: )
PHP 4.0.4pl1 and 4.0.5 in safe mode allows remote attackers to read and write files owned by the web server UID by uploading a PHP script that uses the error_log function to access the files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
PHP | =4.0.5 | |
PHP | =4.0.4pl1 |
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CVE-2001-1247 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized remote file access.
To fix CVE-2001-1247, upgrade PHP to version 4.1.2 or higher, where this vulnerability has been addressed.
CVE-2001-1247 affects PHP versions 4.0.4pl1 and 4.0.5.
Yes, CVE-2001-1247 can be exploited remotely by attackers who upload malicious PHP scripts to read and write server files.
The impact of CVE-2001-1247 includes unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server, which may lead to data exposure or modification.