CVE-2006-5232: Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in iSearch 2.16 allow remote attackers to execute arbitr...

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CVE-2006-5232 is an old, disputed report about iSearch 2.16. If valid, it could let a remote attacker make PHP load attacker-controlled code. The CVE record says analysis was inconclusive because a third party argued the relevant path variable is constant. Exposure is most plausible for organizations still running legacy iSearch 2.16 PHP code, especially on public web servers. The source bundle does not identify vendor CPEs, supported versions, or downstream packaged products. Treat this as a legacy exposure review item, not a confirmed emergency. Prioritize if iSearch 2.16 is public-facing or business-critical, because the claimed impact would be severe if the disputed condition is exploitable. Mitigation focus: Inventory internet-facing PHP applications for iSearch 2.16 or derived code.; Check vendor or project guidance for any authoritative fix or replacement advice.; Restrict public access to legacy iSearch deployments until exposure is understood..

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Jun 29, 2026, 10:06 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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