Security readout for executives and security teams
This older CVE affects libnss-pgsql in nss-pgsql 0.9.0 and earlier. The reported issue lets a remote attacker inject SQL through an HTTP request, potentially causing arbitrary SQL queries against a PostgreSQL-backed authentication data source. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, patch details, or evidence of active exploitation. Likely exposure is limited to legacy systems that still use nss-pgsql 0.9.0 or earlier, especially where web-facing services can trigger NSS lookups backed by PostgreSQL. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless this old module remains installed or embedded in a legacy appliance. Prioritize if legacy Linux authentication infrastructure is still in use or supports internet-facing services. For most modern environments, this is a targeted legacy-risk review rather than an emergency, because active exploitation and fixed-version details are not provided in the sources. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for nss-pgsql and confirm installed versions.; Check vendor or distribution guidance for fixed packages or retirement advice.; Remove libnss-pgsql where it is no longer operationally required..
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- postgresql-nss-authentication-modules(7111)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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