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7.5

Bitfolge simple index file lets attackers run code remotely

CVE-2006-6285 · published 19 years ago
Summary

Versions of the Bitfolge simple and nice index file up to 1.5.2 allow a web user to supply a web address that the script will load and execute as PHP code. This could let an attacker take control of your web server or steal data. Upgrade to the latest version or remove the externalConfig feature to stop the risk.

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
kai_blankenhorn_bitfolge simple_and_nice_index_file <= 1.5.2
cpe:2.3:a:kai_blankenhorn_bitfolge:simple_and_nice_index_file:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in Kai Blankenhorn Bitfolge simple and nice index file (aka snif) 1.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a ...
PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in Kai Blankenhorn Bitfolge simple and nice index file (aka snif) 1.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the externalConfig parameter. NOTE: CVE and other third parties dispute this vulnerability because $externalConfig is defined before use
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
7.5 High
Exploitation
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published4 Dec 2006
Updated1 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2006-6285 · NVD
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