CVE-2006-0147: Dynamic code evaluation vulnerability in tests/tmssql.php test script in ADOdb for PHP before 4.70, as used...

Security readout for executives and security teams

A bundled ADOdb PHP test script could let an unauthenticated remote attacker trigger PHP functions when the file is exposed. The main business risk is legacy web applications that shipped ADOdb before 4.70 and left test files reachable on the internet. Most likely exposure is old PHP applications or vendor packages that bundled ADOdb test directories and still publish them under the web root. Modern systems are unlikely affected unless legacy code or archived deployments remain accessible. Prioritize this for legacy internet-facing PHP estates. The flaw is old, but exposed test scripts in abandoned applications can remain highly dangerous and may bypass modern patch assumptions. Mitigation focus: Upgrade bundled ADOdb to version 4.70 or later where applicable.; Remove ADOdb test scripts from production web roots.; Restrict direct web access to vendor and test directories..

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Jun 29, 2026, 15:20 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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