CVE-2007-0699 in Portail Web Php
Summary
by MITRE
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in includes/includes.php in Guernion Sylvain Portail Web Php (aka Gsylvain35 Portail Web, PwP) before 2.5.1.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the site_path parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 11/23/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-0699 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw in the Guernion Sylvain Portail Web Php web application, commonly known as Gsylvain35 Portail Web or PwP. This vulnerability exists within the includes/includes.php file and affects versions prior to 2.5.1.1, making it a significant security risk for any system utilizing this software. The flaw stems from improper input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly restrict user-supplied data from being directly incorporated into file inclusion operations.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability occurs through the site_path parameter, which is processed without adequate security controls to prevent malicious input from being interpreted as a file path. When an attacker supplies a malicious URL as the value for site_path, the application's code executes the remote file inclusion operation, allowing arbitrary PHP code execution on the target server. This type of vulnerability directly maps to CWE-88, which describes improper neutralization of special elements used in an expression, and CWE-94, which addresses the execution of code in a context that allows for command injection. The vulnerability creates a direct pathway for attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to complete system compromise.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution, as it provides attackers with the ability to escalate privileges, access sensitive data, and potentially establish persistent backdoors within the affected system. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to upload malicious files, modify existing code, or even gain shell access to the underlying server. The remote nature of this attack means that exploitation can occur from anywhere on the internet without requiring physical access to the target system, making it particularly dangerous for web applications that are publicly accessible. According to ATT&CK framework, this vulnerability corresponds to T1059.007 for remote code execution and T1190 for exploitation of remote services, representing a clear threat to system integrity and confidentiality.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability must include immediate patching to version 2.5.1.1 or later, which addresses the insecure file inclusion mechanism through proper input validation and sanitization. Organizations should implement input validation controls that reject suspicious characters and patterns commonly associated with remote file inclusion attacks, including protocol identifiers such as http, https, and ftp. Network-level defenses should include firewall rules that restrict access to vulnerable applications and implement web application firewalls to monitor and filter malicious requests. Additionally, security monitoring should be enhanced to detect anomalous file inclusion patterns and unusual network connections that may indicate exploitation attempts. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of proper input validation and secure coding practices in preventing remote code execution attacks that can lead to complete system compromise.