CVE-2004-2044: High severity Francisco Burzi PHP-Nuke vulnerability
PHP-Nuke 7.3, and other products that use the PHP-Nuke codebase such as the Nuke Cops betaNC PHP-Nuke Bundle, OSCNukeLite 3.1, and OSC2Nuke 7x do not properly use the eregi() PHP function with $SERVER['PHPSELF'] to identify the calling script, which allows remote attackers to directly access scripts, obtain path information via a PHP error message, and possibly gain access, as demonstrated using an HTTP request that contains the "admin.php" string.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-2044?
CVE-2004-2044 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to exploit improper use of the eregi() function in PHP-Nuke.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2044?
To fix CVE-2004-2044, you should update your PHP-Nuke installation to a secure version that properly validates the $_SERVER['PHP_SELF'] input.
What are the affected versions of PHP-Nuke for CVE-2004-2044?
Affected versions include PHP-Nuke 7.3 and earlier versions, along with other products that use the PHP-Nuke codebase.
Can CVE-2004-2044 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2004-2044 can lead to unauthorized access where attackers can directly interact with scripts.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2004-2044?
A possible workaround includes implementing input validation and sanitization on the $_SERVER['PHP_SELF'] variable to mitigate the risk.