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PHP-Nuke sql_debug Information Disclosure

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Make a request like http://www.example.com/?sql_debug=1

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

In PHP-Nuke, the sql_layer.php script contains a debugging feature
that may be used by attackers to disclose sensitive information about all SQL
queries.
Access to the debugging feature is not restricted to administrators.

Solution : Add '$sql_debug = 0
' in config.php.

Network Security Threat Level: Low

Networks Security ID: 3906

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