CVE-2006-5594: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in University of British Columbia iPeer 2.0, and possibly earlier,...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2006-5594 describes a remote file inclusion flaw in University of British Columbia iPeer 2.0, and possibly earlier versions. If exposed, an attacker could make the application load attacker-controlled PHP code through the page parameter, leading to server compromise. Exposure is likely limited to legacy iPeer deployments, especially internet-facing PHP installations running iPeer 2.0 or possibly earlier. The supplied CVE affected-product metadata is incomplete, so teams should verify by application inventory rather than CPE matching alone. Treat as a legacy application compromise risk. Prioritize confirmation of whether iPeer exists in the environment; if found internet-facing, contain exposure quickly while checking for supported remediation or retirement options. Mitigation focus: Identify any active iPeer 2.0 or earlier deployments.; Check vendor or project guidance for patches or upgrade paths.; Remove public exposure until remediation is confirmed..

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Jun 29, 2026, 09:39 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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