CVE-2007-4536: TorrentTrader 1.07 and earlier sets insecure permissions for files in the root directory, which allows atta...

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TorrentTrader 1.07 and earlier reportedly leaves certain root-directory text files writable even though PHP includes them at runtime. If an attacker can alter those files, the site may run attacker-supplied PHP code. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, confirmed patch details, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy TorrentTrader deployments, especially sites preserving default or weak file permissions in the web root. Internet-facing instances are more concerning if attackers can write to the named files through local access, hosting compromise, or another application flaw. Prioritize if legacy TorrentTrader is still internet-facing or hosted on shared infrastructure. The impact can be full application compromise, but urgency depends on whether the vulnerable software is present and whether attackers can modify the included files. Mitigation focus: Check vendor and archived advisory guidance for any available fixed release.; Remove or replace unsupported TorrentTrader 1.07 or earlier deployments.; Restrict write permissions on included root text files to trusted administrators only..

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Jun 29, 2026, 03:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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