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CVE-2011-2688 is a SQL injection flaw in the MySQL authentication helper for Apache mod_authnz_external. A remote user could abuse the username field to run unauthorized database queries. Business risk is highest for legacy Apache deployments still using this helper for protected sites or applications. Exposure is likely limited to Apache HTTP Server environments using mod_authnz_external 3.2.5 or earlier with the bundled mysql/mysql-auth.pl helper. Systems not using that helper, not using MySQL-backed external authentication, or already updated are not indicated as affected by the supplied sources. Prioritize as high for any legacy Apache service still using this MySQL authentication helper, especially internet-facing access control. If the module is absent, business exposure is not supported by the supplied sources. No active exploitation is cited here. Mitigation focus: Identify Apache hosts using mod_authnz_external and mysql/mysql-auth.pl.; Upgrade or replace mod_authnz_external versions 3.2.5 and earlier.; Review Debian DSA-2279 and project guidance for fixed packages..
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- modauthexternal-mysqlauth-sql-injection(68799)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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