Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2008-4811 is a Smarty template engine flaw that can let a remote attacker cause arbitrary PHP code execution in affected deployments. The business risk is highest where old Smarty versions process templates that users or administrators can edit through an application. Exposure is likely limited to legacy PHP applications using Smarty 2.6.20 r2797 or earlier, including products that bundled Smarty internally. Internet exposure depends on whether attackers can influence template content or trigger compilation through application features. Treat as a priority legacy exposure review, especially for public PHP applications. It is not proven actively exploited in the supplied sources, but arbitrary PHP execution can become severe when template control is reachable. Mitigation focus: Inventory applications and dependencies for Smarty 2.6.20 r2797 or earlier.; Follow Smarty, distribution, or Debian DSA-1691 guidance for corrected packages.; Remove untrusted access to template creation, editing, or upload paths..
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- smarty-expandquotedtext-code-execution1(46406)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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