PHP 'magic_quotes_gpc' Directive Security Bypass Vulnerability (Windows)

Summary
This host is installed with PHP and is prone to security bypass vulnerability.
Impact
Successful exploitation could allow remote attackers to gain sensitive information via a crafted request. Impact Level: Application
Solution
Upgrade to PHP Version 5.3.10 or later, For updates refer to http://php.net/downloads.php
Insight
The flaw is due to an error in importing environment variables, it not properly performing a temporary change to the 'magic_quotes_gpc' directive during the importing of environment variables.
Affected
PHP Version 5.3.9 and prior on windows.
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