PMachine Lib.Inc.PHP Remote Include Command Execution Vulnerability

Risk
High

Date Discovered
06-15-2003

Description
It has been reported that PMachine does not properly handle include files under some circumstances. Because of this, an attacker may be able to remotely execute commands.

Components Affected
PMachine PMachine 2.2.1

Recommendations
Block external access at the network boundary, unless service is required by external parties.
Filter untrusted network traffic at border routers and network firewalls.

Running the server in a closed or restricted environment may limit the consequences of successful exploitation.
Execute server processes with the least privileges required, and place processes in a restrictive environment.

Currently we are not aware of any vendor-supplied patches for this issue. If you feel we are in error or are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: vuldb@securityfocus.com .
PMachine PMachine 2.2.1:

References
Source: SecurityFocus
URL: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/7919/info/

Source: PMachine Homepage
URL: http://www.pmachine.com

Credits
Discovery credited to "Frog Man" <leseulfrog@hotmail.com>.

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