Arbitrary PHP Command Execution in phpMyAdmin
Summary
CVE-2016-6609: An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. Affects phpmyadmin across 61 version ranges.
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Background
phpMyAdmin is a popular open-source tool for managing MySQL databases. It provides a web-based interface that allows users to perform various database management tasks. This vulnerability affects versions 4.6.x (prior to 4.6.4), 4.4.x (prior to 4.4.15.8), and 4.0.x (prior to 4.0.10.17) of phpMyAdmin. The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary PHP commands by exploiting a flaw in the array export feature.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability (CVE-2016-6609) in phpMyAdmin arises from insufficient input validation when processing database names. By crafting a specially designed database name, an attacker can inject arbitrary PHP commands that will be executed when the array export feature is used. This can lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete compromise of the affected system. The vulnerability has a CVSSv3 score of 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
4.4.15.8-r0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apk add --upgrade phpmyadminTip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
If upgrading to the latest version is not immediately feasible, a temporary workaround is to disable the array export feature in phpMyAdmin. This can be done by modifying the configuration settings or by restricting access to the affected functionality. However, it is important to note that this workaround only mitigates the specific vulnerability and does not address any other potential security issues.
Conclusion
The vulnerability in phpMyAdmin allows an attacker to execute arbitrary PHP commands by exploiting a flaw in the array export feature. Upgrading to the latest version of phpMyAdmin is the recommended solution to fix this vulnerability. If immediate upgrade is not possible, disabling the array export feature can serve as a temporary workaround. For further assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
phpMyAdmin is an open-source tool that provides a web-based interface for managing MySQL databases. It allows users to perform various database administration tasks such as creating, modifying, and deleting databases, tables, and records.
The vulnerability arises from a lack of proper input validation when processing database names. This allows an attacker to inject arbitrary PHP commands that will be executed when the array export feature is used.
Exploiting this vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to the affected system, data manipulation, or even complete compromise of the system. Attackers can execute arbitrary PHP commands with the privileges of the user running phpMyAdmin, potentially gaining full control over the database server.
The recommended solution is to upgrade to phpMyAdmin version 4.6.4 or later, which includes a fix for this vulnerability. It is important to keep your software up to date to ensure the latest security patches are applied.
Yes, a temporary workaround is to disable the array export feature in phpMyAdmin. This can be done by modifying the configuration settings or by restricting access to the affected functionality. However, it is important to note that this workaround only mitigates the specific vulnerability and does not address any other potential security issues.
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