CVE-2007-4255

Public Exploit

Description

Buffer overflow in the mSQL extension in PHP 5.2.3 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long first argument to the msql_connect function.

7.5

CVSS

Severity: High

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 9.60% Top 10%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4260	exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/475660/100/0/threaded	mailing list
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25213	vdb entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35830	vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-4255?: CVE-2007-4255 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2007-4255?: To fix CVE-2007-4255, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2007-4255 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2007-4255 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~10% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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