CVE-2015-2208
HighExploitedPublic exploitThe saveObject function in moadmin.php in phpMoAdmin 1.1.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the object parameter.
Published Mar 12, 2015 · Updated May 6, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2015-2208 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Phpmoadmin (Avinu).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 1, 2020. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 62% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
62%
Higher than 99.1% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The saveObject function in moadmin.php in phpMoAdmin 1.1.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the object parameter.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Dec 1, 2020 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| PhpmoadminAvinu | 1.1.2 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Mar 12, 2015
Added to Industry KEV feed
Dec 1, 2020
Last updated
May 6, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
References
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130685/PHPMoAdmin-1.1.2-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- exploit20150304 PHPMoAdmin Unauthorized Remote Code Execution (0-Day)
- exploitMSF phpmoadmin_exec.rb
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitExploitDB-36251
FAQ
Common Questions.
The saveObject function in moadmin.php in phpMoAdmin 1.1.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the object parameter.
Affected: Phpmoadmin (Avinu) versions 1.1.2. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 1, 2020.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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