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5.0

PHPX reveals server file location to attackers

CVE-2004-2362 · published 21 years ago
Summary

The PHPX web application (versions 3.2.6 and earlier) can be tricked into showing the full directory path of the software in an error message. This gives outsiders insight into the server’s internal layout, which can make it easier for them to plan further attacks. Update PHPX to a newer version or configure the system to hide detailed error messages.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
phpx phpx 2.2.0
2.2.1
1.0.7
1.0.10
1.0.14
2.1.0
2.2.3
2.2.4
3.0.0
3.0.1
3.0.2
3.0.3
16 more version ranges
cpe:2.3:a:phpx:phpx:2.2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
PHPX 3.2.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to obtain the physical path of PHPX via a null or invalid value in the limit parameter, which leaks the pathname in a database error message, as demon...
PHPX 3.2.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to obtain the physical path of PHPX via a null or invalid value in the limit parameter, which leaks the pathname in a database error message, as demonstrated using forums.php.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.0 Medium
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published31 Dec 2004
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2004-2362 · NVD
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