2014-02-13: PHP object injection vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution

unknown Affects contao/core. Feed 2026.10.29.1, updated 2026-10-28.

PHP object injection vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution

Package: contao/core Composer
Affected versions: >=2.0.0 and <2.11.16 or >=3.0.0 and <3.2.7
Fixed in: 2.11.16, 3.2.7
Severity: unknown
Exploitation: not on CISA KEV
Source: friendsofphp

References

https://contao.org/en/news/major-security-hole-found-in-contao.html

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