CVE-2026-7813: pgAdmin 4 Authorization Vulnerability in Server Mode
Summary
CVE-2026-7813: Authorization vulnerability in pgAdmin 4 server mode affecting Server Groups, Servers, Shared Servers, Background Processes, and Debugger modules. Affects pgadmin4 versions < 9.15. Fixed in 9.15. How to fix ↓
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Background
pgAdmin 4 is a popular open-source administration and development platform for PostgreSQL, allowing users to manage databases through a web interface. It provides features such as server management, query execution, and debugging. However, it has been found to have an authorization vulnerability that affects its server mode, potentially compromising user data and access control.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in pgAdmin 4 arises from improper authorization checks in server mode, affecting Server Groups, Servers, Shared Servers, Background Processes, and Debugger modules. Authenticated users can access other users' private servers and data by guessing object IDs, leading to unauthorized access. Additionally, the Shared Servers feature has multiple issues, including credential leakage and privilege escalation, allowing arbitrary command execution and data corruption. This vulnerability can severely impact user privacy and data integrity.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 9.18.0 as of 22 Oct 2026
pip install --upgrade "pgadmin4==9.18.0"Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
If you need the minimum change
9.15
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, restrict access to sensitive endpoints and ensure that users do not share object IDs. Implement additional logging to monitor unauthorized access attempts until the patch is applied.
Conclusion
The authorization vulnerability in pgAdmin 4 poses significant risks to user data and access control. It is crucial for users to update to version 9.15 or later to mitigate these risks. Additionally, implementing workarounds can help protect sensitive information until the update is applied.
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FAQ
CVE-2026-7813 is an authorization vulnerability in pgAdmin 4 that allows authenticated users to access other users' private data.
The vulnerability allows unauthorized access to private servers and data, potentially leading to data breaches and privilege escalation.
All versions of pgAdmin 4 prior to 9.15 are affected by this vulnerability.
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The CVSS score of this vulnerability is 9.9, indicating a critical level of severity.
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