CVE-2007-5900
First published: Tue Nov 20 2007(Updated: )
PHP before 5.2.5 allows local users to bypass protection mechanisms configured through php_admin_value or php_admin_flag in httpd.conf by using ini_set to modify arbitrary configuration variables, a different issue than CVE-2006-4625.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PHP | <=5.2.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.php.net/bug.php?id=41561
- http://www.php.net/ChangeLog-5.php#5.2.5
- http://www.php.net/releases/5_2_5.php
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018934
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27648
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-1943
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27659
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30040
- http://wiki.rpath.com/wiki/Advisories:rPSA-2007-0242
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/491693/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5900?
CVE-2007-5900 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability that allows local users to bypass security mechanisms.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5900?
To fix CVE-2007-5900, you should upgrade PHP to version 5.2.5 or later.
Which versions of PHP are affected by CVE-2007-5900?
CVE-2007-5900 affects all versions of PHP before 5.2.5, specifically including version 5.2.4 and earlier.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2007-5900?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2007-5900 can modify configuration variables, potentially impacting the security of the PHP environment.
Is CVE-2007-5900 related to any other vulnerabilities?
CVE-2007-5900 is a different issue from CVE-2006-4625, although both involve vulnerabilities in PHP configuration.
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