CVE-2007-1888: Buffer overflow in the sqlite_decode_binary function in src/encode.c in SQLite 2, as used by PHP 4.x throug...

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CVE-2007-1888 is an old buffer overflow reported in SQLite 2's binary decoding function, including some PHP 4.x and 5.x usage. If reachable in an affected application, it could allow code execution. Evidence is limited and notes say some PHP bundled SQLite versions were not vulnerable. Likely exposure is limited to legacy applications still using SQLite 2 or older PHP 4.x/5.x SQLite integrations. Modern SQLite 3 deployments are not identified in the provided sources. Inventory should focus on unsupported PHP stacks, embedded SQLite 2 copies, and vendor-bundled libraries. Treat this as a legacy-technology risk. It is not a broad modern SQLite issue in the provided evidence, but affected systems could face code execution risk. Prioritize confirmation in old PHP or embedded SQLite environments before emergency action. Mitigation focus: Identify any SQLite 2 usage, including bundled library copies in legacy applications.; Review PHP 4.x and 5.x deployments for SQLite 2 integration.; Apply relevant vendor updates from operating system or application maintainers..

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Jun 29, 2026, 06:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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