Remote Code Execution in Yii2 Framework by Yii Vendor
CVE-2015-5467

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

Yiiframework

Status
Yii
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 September 2023

What is CVE-2015-5467?

The Yii2 framework prior to version 2.0.5 contains a vulnerability in the ViewAction component that allows attackers to execute arbitrary local .php files. By manipulating the view parameter with a relative path, unauthorized users could potentially exploit this flaw to gain control over the application, posing significant security risks. Developers using affected versions must upgrade to avoid potential exploitation.

References

https://www.yiiframework.com/news/87/yii-2-0-5-is-release...
https://github.com/FriendsOfPHP/security-advisories/blob/...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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