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CVE-2019-25632: phpFileManager Can Reveal Sensitive Files on Server

CVE-2019-25632 · published 7 months ago
Summary

A security flaw in phpFileManager can allow anyone to access and read files on the server without a password. This is a risk because it could expose sensitive information. Update to a fixed version of phpFileManager to protect your server.

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
dulldusk phpfilemanager 1.7.8
cpe:2.3:a:dulldusk:phpfilemanager:1.7.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
phpFileManager 1.7.8 contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by manipulating the action, fm_current_dir, and filename parameters....
phpFileManager 1.7.8 contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by manipulating the action, fm_current_dir, and filename parameters. Attackers can send GET requests to index.php with crafted parameter values to access sensitive files like /etc/passwd from the server.
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit
  • Gives an attacker partial control
Severity
6.9 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-306Missing Authentication for Critical Function
Timeline
Published24 Mar 2026
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen24 Mar 2026
Sources
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