CVE-2010-2456: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in index.php in Linker IMG 1.0 and earlier allow remote attack...

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CVE-2010-2456 affects Linker IMG 1.0 and earlier. A remote attacker may be able to abuse directory traversal in index.php to read or execute local files. The public record notes the issue was initially called remote file inclusion, but that characterization may be inaccurate. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Linker IMG 1.0 or earlier deployments, especially if reachable from the internet. The source bundle lacks CPEs and formal affected-platform details, so asset identification must rely on software inventory, file paths, application fingerprints, and historical deployments. Treat as a targeted legacy-web risk. Prioritize if Linker IMG is externally exposed or handles sensitive files. If no deployment exists, document non-exposure and close with normal vulnerability-management evidence. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or maintainer guidance for fixed versions or official mitigations.; Remove or retire Linker IMG if it is no longer maintained or business-critical.; Restrict internet access to any legacy Linker IMG instance..

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Jun 28, 2026, 02:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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