CVE-2006-3343 in Crisoft Ricette
Summary
by MITRE
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in recipe/cookbook.php in CrisoftRicette 1.0pre15b allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the crisoftricette parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/18/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-3343 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw within the CrisoftRicette 1.0pre15b web application, specifically affecting the recipe/cookbook.php script. This vulnerability falls under the category of insecure direct object references and improper input validation, creating a pathway for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly validate or sanitize user-supplied input passed through the crisoftricette parameter, allowing malicious actors to inject external URLs that are subsequently included and executed as PHP code.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the application's improper handling of dynamic includes without adequate sanitization mechanisms. When a user provides a URL through the crisoftricette parameter, the application directly incorporates this input into the include statement without verifying its legitimacy or origin. This behavior aligns with CWE-98, which describes improper control of code generation capabilities, and CWE-20, which addresses improper input validation. The vulnerability enables attackers to leverage the PHP include functionality to fetch and execute malicious code from remote servers, effectively bypassing local security controls and potentially gaining full administrative access to the compromised system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution, creating significant risks for system integrity and data confidentiality. Attackers can exploit this flaw to upload backdoors, steal sensitive information, modify database contents, or establish persistent access to the affected web server. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur from anywhere on the internet without requiring local system access or authentication. This vulnerability directly maps to several ATT&CK techniques including T1190 for Exploit Public-Facing Application and T1059 for Command and Scripting Interpreter, as it enables adversaries to execute arbitrary commands on the target system through the PHP interpreter. Organizations running this vulnerable software face potential data breaches, system compromise, and complete loss of control over their web applications.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-3343 should focus on implementing proper input validation and sanitization measures to prevent unauthorized file inclusion. The most effective approach involves disabling remote file inclusion functionality entirely by setting the allow_url_include directive to off in the PHP configuration, combined with strict input validation of all user-supplied parameters. Additionally, developers should implement proper parameter sanitization techniques and utilize whitelisting mechanisms for all dynamic include operations. The application should validate that any included files originate from trusted sources and implement proper access controls to prevent unauthorized file access. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls to detect and block malicious requests attempting to exploit this vulnerability. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify similar flaws in other applications, as this type of vulnerability often indicates broader security weaknesses in the application architecture. The remediation process requires immediate patching of the affected application, followed by comprehensive security testing to ensure that no other similar vulnerabilities exist within the system.