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CVE-2008-5305: Eval injection vulnerability in TWiki before 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Perl code v...

Eval injection vulnerability in TWiki before 4.2.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Perl code via the %SEARCH{}% variable.

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CVE-2008-5305 is a TWiki flaw that could let a remote attacker run Perl code through the wiki search feature. For leaders, the main concern is legacy, internet-facing TWiki systems that still predate version 4.2.4. Exposure is likely limited to TWiki deployments older than 4.2.4, especially public or partner-accessible wikis. The source bundle does not identify operating-system packages, forks, hosted offerings, or CPEs. Prioritize this where TWiki is still deployed and reachable by untrusted users. Affected legacy systems may carry code-execution risk, but urgency depends on confirmed exposure because active exploitation is not established in the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Identify all TWiki deployments and their running versions.; Upgrade TWiki instances older than 4.2.4 to 4.2.4 or later.; Review the TWiki security alert for vendor-specific remediation guidance..

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