CVE-2019-25632

CVE-2019-25632 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Dulldusk Phpfilemanager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-306.

Key facts

Description

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-25632?
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.
How severe is CVE-2019-25632?
CVE-2019-25632 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.2, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2019-25632 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (42nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2019-25632?
CVE-2019-25632 affects Dulldusk Phpfilemanager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2019-25632?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
Does CVE-2019-25632 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2019-25632 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2019-20004.
When was CVE-2019-25632 published?
CVE-2019-25632 was published on 2026-03-24 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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