CVE-2007-0584 in PhP Generic Library
Summary
by MITRE
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in membres/membreManager.php in PhP Generic Library & Framework for comm (g-neric) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the include_path parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/19/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-0584 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw within the PhP Generic Library & Framework for comm (g-neric) application. This security weakness exists in the membres/membreManager.php file where the application fails to properly validate user-supplied input before incorporating it into the include_path parameter. The flaw stems from improper sanitization of external input, allowing malicious actors to inject arbitrary URLs that the application will subsequently attempt to include and execute as PHP code. This type of vulnerability falls under the broader category of insecure direct object references and remote code execution vulnerabilities, which are classified as CWE-98 and CWE-88 respectively within the Common Weakness Enumeration framework.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker manipulates the include_path parameter to point to a remote malicious PHP script hosted on an external server. When the application processes this parameter, it treats the provided URL as a legitimate file path and attempts to include and execute the remote code, effectively granting the attacker remote code execution capabilities on the vulnerable system. The attack vector leverages the trust model of PHP's include functionality, where the application assumes that any valid URL passed to the include_path parameter should be treated as safe for execution. This vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it can be exploited without requiring authentication, making it accessible to any remote attacker who can influence the include_path parameter through user input.
The operational impact of CVE-2007-0584 extends beyond simple code execution to encompass complete system compromise and data exfiltration capabilities. An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can gain unauthorized access to the web server, potentially leading to full system control, data theft, or the establishment of persistent backdoors. The vulnerability creates a pathway for attackers to deploy malware, conduct further reconnaissance, and move laterally within network environments. From an attack framework perspective, this vulnerability aligns with techniques described in the MITRE ATT&CK matrix under the T1059.007 sub-technique for execution through PHP, and represents a classic example of how insecure input handling can lead to privilege escalation and system compromise.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability require immediate implementation of input validation and sanitization measures within the application code. The most effective remediation involves removing or properly validating all user-supplied input that could influence file inclusion operations, implementing a whitelist approach for acceptable include paths, and ensuring that the application does not permit external URLs to be processed through include functions. Security best practices dictate that developers should disable remote file inclusion features in PHP configurations and utilize absolute file paths instead of dynamic user input. Additionally, regular security code reviews and static analysis tools should be employed to identify similar patterns throughout the codebase, as this vulnerability type is commonly found in legacy applications and represents a fundamental flaw in input handling security practices. Organizations should also implement network segmentation and monitoring to detect suspicious file inclusion patterns that may indicate exploitation attempts.