CVE-2011-1941: phpMyAdmin Open Redirect in redirector
Summary
CVE-2011-1941: phpMyAdmin Open Redirect in redirector. Affects phpmyadmin/phpmyadmin versions >= 3.4.0, < 3.4.1. Fixed in 3.4.1. How to fix ↓
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- phpmyadmin · Debian:11
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Background
phpMyAdmin is a popular open-source administration tool for managing MySQL databases. It provides a web-based interface that allows users to perform various database management tasks. The redirector feature in phpMyAdmin versions 3.4.x before 3.4.1 is vulnerable to an open redirect attack. This vulnerability enables remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary websites, potentially leading to phishing attacks or other malicious activities.
Vulnerability Detail
The open redirect vulnerability in phpMyAdmin's redirector feature allows attackers to manipulate the redirection URL and trick users into visiting malicious websites. By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can conduct phishing attacks, where they impersonate legitimate websites to steal sensitive information from unsuspecting users. The exact vectors for exploitation are unspecified in the vulnerability details.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
3.4.1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned in the vulnerability details. However, users can mitigate the risk by avoiding clicking on suspicious or untrusted links, especially those received through unsolicited emails or messages. It is always advisable to manually type the URL of trusted websites instead of relying on links provided in external communications.
Conclusion
The phpMyAdmin open redirect vulnerability in the redirector feature can be exploited by attackers to redirect users to arbitrary websites, potentially leading to phishing attacks and other malicious activities. To mitigate this vulnerability, users should upgrade their phpMyAdmin installation to version 3.4.1 or later. It is also important to exercise caution when clicking on links, especially those received through unsolicited communications. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
phpMyAdmin is an open-source administration tool for managing MySQL databases. It provides a web-based interface for performing various database management tasks.
An open redirect vulnerability allows attackers to manipulate a URL and redirect users to arbitrary websites. This can be exploited for phishing attacks or other malicious activities.
The exact vectors for exploiting the open redirect vulnerability in phpMyAdmin's redirector feature are unspecified in the vulnerability details. However, attackers can manipulate the redirection URL to trick users into visiting malicious websites.
The phpMyAdmin open redirect vulnerability can lead to phishing attacks, where attackers impersonate legitimate websites to steal sensitive information from users. It can also be used for other malicious activities, depending on the attacker's intentions.
To protect your phpMyAdmin installation, it is recommended to upgrade to version 3.4.1 or later, which includes a patch for the open redirect vulnerability. Additionally, users should exercise caution when clicking on links, especially those received through unsolicited emails or messages.
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