CVE-2006-0553: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-0553: PostgreSQL 8.1.0 through 8.1.2 allows authenticated database users to gain additional privileges via "knowl...

PostgreSQL 8.1.0 through 8.1.2 allows authenticated database users to gain additional privileges via "knowledge of the backend protocol" using a crafted SET ROLE to other database users, a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-0678.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 16:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old PostgreSQL privilege-escalation issue. An authenticated database user could gain privileges they should not have by abusing SET ROLE behavior through backend protocol knowledge. The practical risk is highest on legacy PostgreSQL 8.1.0 through 8.1.2 systems with multiple database users or shared application accounts. Exposure is limited to very old PostgreSQL 8.1.0 through 8.1.2 deployments. Modern supported PostgreSQL versions should not be assumed affected from these sources. Risk depends on whether untrusted or lower-privileged users can authenticate to the database. Treat as a legacy-platform hygiene issue unless an affected database still exists. If found in production, prioritize remediation because authenticated users may be able to bypass intended database privilege boundaries. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected PostgreSQL 8.1.0 through 8.1.2 systems to 8.1.3 or later vendor-supported fixes.; Check operating-system or package-vendor advisories for the exact supported patched build.; Restrict database login access for low-trust users until legacy systems are remediated..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 14:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 14, 2006, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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postgresql-setrole-privilege-elevation(24718)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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