CVE-2006-6883: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in php4you.php in PHPIrc_bot 0.2 allows remote attackers to execute...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This old CVE describes a claimed remote file inclusion flaw in PHPIrc_bot 0.2 that could allow arbitrary PHP execution. The record is disputed because CVE notes the variable at issue is declared before use. Treat it as uncertain unless the software is actually present. Exposure appears limited to legacy PHPIrc_bot 0.2 installations containing php4you.php. The structured affected-product data is n/a, so vulnerability managers should validate product presence before assigning risk. Do not treat this as a broad emergency. Prioritize a quick inventory check; if PHPIrc_bot 0.2 is present, handle it as risky legacy PHP software with an uncertain but potentially severe claim. Mitigation focus: Confirm whether PHPIrc_bot 0.2 exists on any managed systems.; Remove or isolate confirmed legacy installations if they are not required.; Check vendor or project guidance for any supported correction..

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Jun 29, 2026, 08:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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