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5.1

ADOdb PHP library can run attacker code via URL

CVE-2006-4618 · published 20 years ago
Summary

The ADOdb library for PHP, used in some web applications, lets an attacker force the server to load and run any PHP code by supplying a specially crafted URL. This could let the attacker take control of the website or steal data. Update the ADOdb library to the latest version or apply the vendor’s recommended patch to block this behavior.

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
john_lim adodb <= 4.01
cpe:2.3:a:john_lim:adodb:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in adodb-postgres7.inc.php in John Lim ADOdb, possibly 4.01 and earlier, as used in Intechnic In-link 2.3.4, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP...
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in adodb-postgres7.inc.php in John Lim ADOdb, possibly 4.01 and earlier, as used in Intechnic In-link 2.3.4, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the ADODB_DIR parameter.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.1 Medium
Exploitation
2% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published7 Sep 2006
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2006-4618 · NVD
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