Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a legacy phpMyAdmin SQL injection flaw. An authenticated user who already has CREATE DATABASE privileges could abuse database creation handling to run unintended SQL. The main business risk is unauthorized database manipulation where old phpMyAdmin installations still exist. Exposure is most likely in legacy phpMyAdmin deployments older than 2.11.2.1, especially if reachable by users with database-creation rights. Modern maintained installations are unlikely to be affected unless pinned to obsolete packages. Prioritize remediation where legacy phpMyAdmin is internet-reachable or used by multiple administrators. This is not marked as actively exploited, but outdated administrative tooling with SQL execution impact should be removed or upgraded promptly. Mitigation focus: Upgrade phpMyAdmin to 2.11.2.1 or later.; Apply relevant distribution advisories for packaged phpMyAdmin builds.; Remove unnecessary CREATE DATABASE privileges from user accounts..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- phpmyadmin-dbcreate-sql-injection(38403)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- FEDORA-2007-3666CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
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