SQL Injection Vulnerability in phpMyAdmin
Summary
CVE-2016-6617: An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. Affects phpmyadmin across 5 version ranges.
< 4.4.15.8-r0
< 07fd0bce678e83d5f81d7a683f1052fe45764d0c
< 35e191d74b50c8f5a7b87fa9889869cc3a88255d
< 37b38431d167915675fc8ab512470528147e72de
< f2db92434b71973a1281dfbaec8837e51e602c77
Fixed in 4.4.15.8-r0. How to fix ↓
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Background
phpMyAdmin is a popular open-source tool for managing MySQL databases. It provides a web-based interface for users to perform various database operations such as creating tables, executing queries, and managing user permissions. The vulnerability identified as CVE-2016-6617 affects all versions of phpMyAdmin 4.6.x prior to 4.6.4.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries through the export functionality of phpMyAdmin. By crafting a specially designed database or table name, an attacker can inject malicious SQL code into the export process. This can lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or even complete compromise of the underlying database. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.1, 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 immediate upgrade is not possible, users can apply a temporary workaround by disabling the export functionality in phpMyAdmin. This can be done by modifying the configuration file and setting the 'DisableIS' option to 'true'. However, this workaround should only be considered as a temporary measure, and upgrading to the latest version is strongly recommended.
Conclusion
The SQL injection vulnerability in phpMyAdmin can have serious consequences for the security and integrity of MySQL databases. Users are advised to upgrade to the latest version of phpMyAdmin (4.6.4 or later) to mitigate the risk. Disabling the export functionality can serve as a temporary workaround, but it is not a permanent solution. For further assistance and support in addressing this vulnerability, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
phpMyAdmin is a web-based tool for managing MySQL databases. It provides an intuitive interface for performing various database operations.
The vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary SQL queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data manipulation, or compromise of the database.
All versions of phpMyAdmin 4.6.x prior to 4.6.4 are affected.
Upgrade your phpMyAdmin installation to version 4.6.4 or later. Follow the upgrade instructions provided in the documentation.
Yes, you can temporarily disable the export functionality in phpMyAdmin by modifying the configuration file. However, upgrading to the latest version is strongly recommended.
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