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CVE-2009-3421: login.php in Zenas PaoBacheca Guestbook 2.1, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to b...

login.php in Zenas PaoBacheca Guestbook 2.1, when register_globals is enabled, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access by setting the login_ok parameter to 1.

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This is an old authentication bypass in Zenas PaoBacheca Guestbook 2.1. If PHP register_globals is enabled, a remote attacker can manipulate a login state parameter and gain administrative access without valid credentials. Business urgency is highest for any legacy internet-facing deployment still running that product or configuration. Likely limited to legacy PHP sites running PaoBacheca Guestbook 2.1 with register_globals enabled. The source bundle lists no modern CPEs, vendor advisory, or environment inventory indicators, so exposure must be confirmed from asset records and deployed files. Prioritize if legacy public web properties still run this guestbook. The business risk is unauthorized site administration, but the scope is probably narrow and depends on a deprecated PHP setting. If no matching deployment exists, no further action is needed beyond documentation. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove any exposed PaoBacheca Guestbook 2.1 deployments.; Disable PHP register_globals wherever legacy PHP remains in service.; Restrict administrative interfaces from public internet access..

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