CVE-2010-1598: phpThumb.php in phpThumb() 1.7.9 and possibly other versions, when ImageMagick is installed, allows remote...

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CVE-2010-1598 describes a command execution issue in phpThumb.php when phpThumb() uses ImageMagick. If a vulnerable image thumbnail endpoint is exposed, an attacker may be able to run arbitrary server commands. The record says it was discovered in the wild in April 2010, but also warns the information comes only from third parties. Likely exposure is limited to applications that include phpThumb.php, expose it to untrusted requests, use phpThumb() 1.7.9 or possibly related versions, and have ImageMagick installed. The bundle does not identify exact products beyond phpThumb, though it includes MODX and third-party advisory references. Treat internet-facing, ImageMagick-enabled phpThumb deployments as urgent to investigate because the reported impact is server command execution. Business urgency depends on whether the component is still present and reachable. Evidence quality is limited, so validate exposure before broad remediation claims. Mitigation focus: Inventory exposed phpThumb.php endpoints and embedded phpThumb library copies.; Check upstream phpThumb, application, or vendor guidance before applying fixes.; Remove or restrict public access to unused phpThumb.php endpoints..

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Jun 28, 2026, 02:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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