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CVE-2006-1478: Directory traversal vulnerability in (1) initiate.php and (2) possibly other PHP scripts in Turnkey Web Too...

Directory traversal vulnerability in (1) initiate.php and (2) possibly other PHP scripts in Turnkey Web Tools PHP Live Helper 1.8, and possibly later versions, allows remote authenticated users to include and execute arbitrary local files via directory traversal sequences in the language cookie, as demonstrated by uploading PHP code in a gl_session cookie to users.php, which causes the code to be stored in error.log, which is then included by initiate.php.

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This flaw lets an authenticated remote user make PHP Live Helper include unintended local files, potentially turning attacker-controlled log content into executed PHP. For executives, the risk is highest where this old helpdesk/live chat tool remains internet-facing or forgotten in legacy environments. Exposure is most likely in legacy Turnkey Web Tools PHP Live Helper 1.8 deployments, possibly later versions, especially if reachable by authenticated users over the internet. The source bundle does not identify modern CPEs, fixed versions, or current product status. Prioritize discovery and retirement of any exposed legacy instances. The vulnerability is old, but the potential impact is server-side code execution and the public exploit history lowers attacker effort if the software still exists. Mitigation focus: Inventory for PHP Live Helper 1.8 or later legacy copies.; Check Turnkey Web Tools or archival vendor guidance for fixed versions.; Remove or disable exposed installations if no supported fix exists..

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