CVE-2011-4075

CVE-2011-4075 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phpldapadmin Project Phpldapadmin with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 52% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.

Key facts

Description

The masort function in lib/functions.php in phpLDAPadmin 1.2.x before 1.2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via the orderby parameter (aka sortby variable) in a query_engine action to cmd.php, as exploited in the wild in October 2011.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-4075?
The masort function in lib/functions.php in phpLDAPadmin 1.2.x before 1.2.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via the orderby parameter (aka sortby variable) in a query_engine action to cmd.php, as exploited in the wild in October 2011.
How severe is CVE-2011-4075?
CVE-2011-4075 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2011-4075 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 52% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-4075?
CVE-2011-4075 primarily affects Phpldapadmin Project Phpldapadmin. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4075?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2011-4075 published?
CVE-2011-4075 was published on 2011-11-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

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