Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')

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Improper Control of Filename for Include/Require Statement in PHP Program ('PHP Remote File Inclusion')
definition
The PHP application receives input from an upstream component, but it does not restrict or incorrectly restricts the input before its usage in "require," "include," or similar functions.
synonyms
RFI
synonyms
Remote file include
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Local file inclusion

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