PHP.PEAR.XMLRPC.Code.Injection

Last Updated DateSep 22, 2009
Release DateNov 08, 2005
SeverityHigh
ImpactSystem compromise: remote code execution.
DescriptionThis indicates a possible attempt to launch a PHP injection attack against XML-RPC.

XML-RPC for PHP is vulnerable to a PHP injection attack. A successful exploit can lead to the execution of an arbitrary PHP script with the privileges of the Web server.
Affected ProductsXML-RPC for PHP 1.1 and earlier versions
Recommended ActionsApply the appropriate patch from the vendor or upgrade to a non-vulnerable version.
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2005-1921
http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2005-2116
Reference/shttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14088 (BugTraq)
Reference: VID-11319