CVE-2007-4458 in Firesoft
Summary
by MITRE
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in includes/class/class_tpl.php in Firesoft allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the cache_file parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/31/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2007-4458 represents a critical remote file inclusion flaw within the Firesoft application framework that directly enables arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability resides in the includes/class/class_tpl.php file where the cache_file parameter accepts user-supplied URLs without proper validation or sanitization. The flaw stems from the application's improper handling of user input that is subsequently used in file inclusion operations, creating a pathway for attackers to inject malicious PHP code through remote URLs.
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 technical implementation involves the application directly incorporating user-provided URLs into file inclusion functions without adequate verification of their legitimacy or safety. The cache_file parameter becomes the attack vector where an attacker can supply a malicious URL pointing to a remote server hosting malicious PHP code. When the application processes this input and attempts to include the specified file, it executes the remote code with the privileges of the web server process.
The operational impact of this vulnerability is severe and multifaceted, enabling attackers to achieve complete system compromise through remote code execution. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to upload and execute malicious payloads, establish persistent backdoors, perform data exfiltration, and escalate privileges within the compromised environment. The attack surface extends beyond simple code execution to include potential privilege escalation and lateral movement within network infrastructure. This vulnerability also maps to ATT&CK technique T1190, which covers exploiting vulnerabilities in remote services, and T1059, which addresses execution through script interpreters.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2007-4458 must address both immediate remediation and long-term security hardening measures. The primary fix involves implementing strict input validation and sanitization for all user-supplied parameters, particularly those used in file inclusion operations. Applications should employ whitelisting mechanisms that only permit specific, predefined file paths or use absolute paths that cannot be manipulated by external input. Additionally, disabling remote file inclusion capabilities entirely within the application configuration and implementing proper access controls and privilege separation can significantly reduce the attack surface. Organizations should also deploy web application firewalls to monitor and block suspicious URL patterns and implement regular security assessments to identify similar vulnerabilities in other components of the application stack.