CVE Catalog

CVE-2003-0863

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The php_check_safe_mode_include_dir function in fopen_wrappers.c of PHP 4.3.x returns a success value (0) when the safe_mode_include_dir variable is not specified in configuration. This differs from the previous failure value and may allow remote attackers to exploit file include vulnerabilities in PHP applications.

Risk Assessment

Lack of proper configuration may lead to the exploitation of vulnerabilities, posing a risk of unauthorized access to the system and data.

Recommendation

It is recommended to configure the safe_mode_include_dir variable in the PHP configuration file to minimize the risk associated with file inclusion.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The php_check_safe_mode_include_dir function in fopen_wrappers.c of PHP 4.3.x returns a success value (0) when the safe_mode_include_dir variable is not specified in configuration, which differs from the previous failure value and may allow remote attackers to exploit file include vulnerabilities in PHP applications.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS