Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2004-2255 is an old phpMyFAQ flaw where a remote user could manipulate a request value to access files the application should not expose. The sources describe arbitrary file read and possible local PHP file execution in phpMyFAQ 1.3.12. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running phpMyFAQ 1.3.12, especially if internet-facing or reachable by untrusted users. The bundle does not identify other affected versions. Prioritize if any phpMyFAQ 1.3.12 instance remains reachable. The issue can expose sensitive files and may enable local PHP execution, but current exploitation evidence is not supplied. Mitigation focus: Inventory internet-facing and internal phpMyFAQ deployments.; Confirm whether any instance is phpMyFAQ 1.3.12.; Review the vendor advisory for the supported fix or upgrade path..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- phpmyfaq-file-include(16177)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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