Remote Code Execution via Chosen-Ciphertext Attack in titon/framework

titon/framework Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

30/05/2024
CRITICAL
No i
Critical
9.8

GHSA-q3jm-v27q-jfww: titon/framework vulnerable to Remote Code Execution via Chosen-Ciphertext Attack. Affects titon/framework versions < 0.1.0-alpha. No fix is published. How to fix ↓

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Background

titon/framework is an open-source package available on Packagist. It is a PHP framework that provides various functionalities for web development. However, the package is now abandoned and no longer maintained. Unfortunately, this package is vulnerable to a remote code execution vulnerability through a Chosen-Ciphertext Attack.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in titon/framework allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely. This can be achieved by exploiting a Chosen-Ciphertext Attack. The impact of this vulnerability is severe, as it enables an attacker to gain unauthorized access to the affected system and potentially perform malicious activities. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating its criticality.

How To Fix

No fixed version is published for this vulnerability.

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Workaround

As the titon/framework package is no longer maintained, there is no official workaround provided. The best course of action is to migrate to a supported and actively maintained framework or package.

Conclusion

The titon/framework package is vulnerable to a critical remote code execution vulnerability through a Chosen-Ciphertext Attack. As the package is no longer maintained, it is recommended to migrate to a supported and actively maintained framework or package. Regularly updating all dependencies and packages in your application is crucial to avoid potential security vulnerabilities. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.

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FAQ

The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access and malicious activities on the affected system.

As the titon/framework package is no longer maintained, the recommended fix is to migrate to a supported and actively maintained framework or package.

A Chosen-Ciphertext Attack is a type of cryptographic attack where an attacker can choose a ciphertext and obtain its corresponding plaintext or other sensitive information.

The CVSS score of this vulnerability is 9.8, indicating its criticality.

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How To Fix

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