Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2008-4170 is an information disclosure issue in osCommerce 2.2 RC 2a. A crafted invalid date-of-birth value can cause create_account.php to reveal the server installation path in an error message. This does not prove account compromise, but it can help attackers map the environment. Exposure is most likely on legacy osCommerce 2.2 RC 2a deployments where create_account.php remains publicly reachable. Evidence is incomplete for other versions, package forks, or configuration-dependent exposure. Treat as a low-urgency legacy exposure unless osCommerce 2.2 RC 2a is still internet-facing. The main business risk is reconnaissance value and evidence of outdated ecommerce software, which may indicate other unaddressed vulnerabilities. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire or upgrade osCommerce 2.2 RC 2a installations.; Check osCommerce or vendor-maintained guidance for any available fix.; Ensure PHP/application errors are not displayed to public users..
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- oscommerce-createaccount-info-disclosure(45193)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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