CVE-2006-6093 in PicturesPro Photo Cart
Summary
by MITRE
Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in adminprint.php in PicturesPro Photo Cart 3.9 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the (1) admin_folder and (2) path parameters.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 04/28/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2006-6093 represents a critical remote code execution flaw in the PicturesPro Photo Cart 3.9 web application. This issue stems from improper input validation within the adminprint.php script, which processes user-supplied parameters without adequate sanitization or verification. The vulnerability affects two specific parameters: admin_folder and path, both of which are directly incorporated into PHP include statements without proper security controls. This design flaw creates an exploitable condition where malicious actors can inject arbitrary URLs that are then processed as PHP code, effectively allowing remote code execution on the target server.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-88, which describes improper neutralization of special elements used in an expression, specifically in the context of remote file inclusion attacks. The flaw operates by accepting user-controllable input through HTTP parameters and directly using this input in include or require statements within the PHP application. When an attacker supplies a malicious URL in either the admin_folder or path parameter, the web application attempts to fetch and execute the remote content as if it were local PHP code. This behavior violates fundamental security principles of input validation and privilege separation, creating a pathway for attackers to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the web server process.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution to encompass complete system compromise. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to upload and execute malicious PHP scripts, establish backdoors, or escalate privileges within the affected system. The remote nature of the exploit means that attackers do not require physical access to the server or local network presence, making this vulnerability particularly dangerous for publicly accessible web applications. Additionally, the vulnerability could enable attackers to access sensitive data stored within the application, potentially compromising user information and business-critical data. The affected PicturesPro Photo Cart 3.9 system could be used as a stepping stone for further attacks within a network, as demonstrated by ATT&CK technique T1190 for exploitation of remote services and T1059 for command and scripting interpreter usage.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2006-6093 must address both immediate remediation and long-term architectural improvements. The most effective immediate solution involves implementing strict input validation and sanitization for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in include or require statements. Administrators should disable remote file inclusion functionality entirely by setting the allow_url_include directive to off in php.ini configuration files. Additionally, implementing proper parameter validation that restricts input to known safe values or paths can prevent malicious URLs from being processed. Organizations should also consider implementing web application firewalls and input filtering mechanisms to detect and block suspicious parameter values. The vulnerability highlights the importance of following secure coding practices such as those outlined in the OWASP Top Ten, specifically addressing the use of unsanitized inputs in dynamic code execution contexts. Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify similar issues in other application components, as this vulnerability pattern frequently appears in legacy web applications that lack modern security controls and input validation mechanisms.