PatchTheCVECVE-2009-0604: SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in PHP Director 0.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute a
CVE-2009-0604 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting php director. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in PHP Director 0.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the searching parameter.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.1% (top 34%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-89 |
| Published | 2009-02-16 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Public exploits and detection
Public code exists for this CVE. Treat unpatched systems as at risk, and only run PoCs in a lab.
- Exploit-DB: PHP Director 0.21 - Remote Command Execution
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2009-0604?
php director: upgrade to newer than 0.21. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2009-0604 being exploited?
CVE-2009-0604 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2009-0604 affect?
CVE-2009-0604 affects php director. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in PHP Director 0.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the searching parameter.
How urgent is CVE-2009-0604?
Priority 48/100. High severity; Public exploit reference