CVE-2011-3591: phpMyAdmin Multiple XSS Vulnerabilities After Inline Editing and Save
Summary
CVE-2011-3591: phpMyAdmin Multiple XSS Vulnerabilities After Inline Editing and Save. Affects phpmyadmin/phpmyadmin versions >= 3.4.0, < 3.4.5. Fixed in 3.4.5. How to fix ↓
Also tracked for
- phpmyadmin · Debian:11
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Background
phpMyAdmin is a popular open-source tool written in PHP that is used for managing MySQL databases. It provides a web-based interface for performing various database administration tasks such as creating, modifying, and deleting databases, tables, and records. The tool is widely used by developers and administrators to interact with MySQL databases efficiently and securely. However, multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities have been discovered in phpMyAdmin versions 3.4.x before 3.4.5.
Vulnerability Detail
The identified XSS vulnerabilities in phpMyAdmin allow remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML into the application. These vulnerabilities are triggered when a crafted row is used to generate an improperly constructed confirmation message after inline-editing and save operations. The vulnerabilities are specifically related to the 'js/functions.js' and 'js/tbl_structure.js' files. An attacker can exploit these vulnerabilities to execute malicious code in the context of other users, potentially leading to session hijacking, data theft, or other malicious activities.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
3.4.5
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
If upgrading to the latest version is not immediately feasible, users can implement the following workaround to mitigate the risk of exploitation:
- Disable inline editing functionality in phpMyAdmin.
- Regularly review and sanitize user input to prevent the injection of malicious scripts or HTML.
Please note that while the workaround can help reduce the risk, it is still crucial to update to the latest version to fully address the vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
The identified XSS vulnerabilities in phpMyAdmin versions 3.4.x before 3.4.5 pose a significant risk to the security and integrity of affected installations. It is crucial for users to upgrade to the latest version or apply the provided workaround to mitigate the vulnerabilities. For further assistance and support in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
phpMyAdmin is an open-source tool used for managing MySQL databases through a web-based interface. It simplifies various database administration tasks and is widely used by developers and administrators.
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities allow attackers to inject malicious scripts or HTML into web applications, which can be executed by other users visiting the affected pages.
An attacker with authenticated access to phpMyAdmin can exploit these vulnerabilities by crafting a row that triggers an improperly constructed confirmation message after inline-editing and save operations. This can lead to the execution of arbitrary scripts or HTML in the context of other users.
Exploitation of these vulnerabilities can result in session hijacking, data theft, or other malicious activities. Attackers can execute arbitrary code in the context of other users, potentially compromising the security and integrity of the affected phpMyAdmin instances.
To protect your phpMyAdmin installation, it is recommended to upgrade to version 3.4.5 or later, which includes the necessary patches to address the XSS vulnerabilities. Additionally, regularly reviewing and sanitizing user input can help prevent the injection of malicious scripts or HTML.
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