Is CVE-2007-0448 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2007-0448, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2007-0448 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2007-0448 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2007-0448?

CVE-2007-0448 has a CVSS score of 10.0 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2007-0448

NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: May 24, 2007· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

10.0

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The fopen function in PHP 5.2.0 does not properly handle invalid URI handlers, which allows context-dependent attackers to bypass safe_mode restrictions and read arbitrary files via a file path specified with an invalid URI, as demonstrated via the srpath URI.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2007-0448 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2007-0448. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.