Security readout for executives and security teams
Older phpMyAdmin versions had a CSRF flaw that could let an attacker trick a logged-in administrator into taking unintended database actions. The bundle says this could be chained into SQL injection and arbitrary code execution, so exposure is serious where old phpMyAdmin remains reachable. Highest concern is legacy phpMyAdmin deployed on reachable web administration paths, especially if administrators use it from browsers that can be targeted by email or web content. Modern maintained installations are less likely to be affected, but unmanaged bundled copies should be checked. Treat as high priority if any legacy phpMyAdmin instance remains reachable. The issue is old, but exposed database administration tools create outsized business risk because compromise can affect stored data, credentials, and application integrity. Mitigation focus: Upgrade phpMyAdmin to 2.11.9.4, 3.1.1.0, or a later supported release.; Apply relevant distribution security updates from Debian, Gentoo, SUSE, or Fedora.; Restrict phpMyAdmin access to trusted networks or administrative VPNs..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- phpmyadmin-tblstructure-csrf(47168)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- FEDORA-2008-11221CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
- 7382CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
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