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CVE-2011-4780 is an older phpMyAdmin cross-site scripting issue affecting 3.4.x releases before 3.4.9. A crafted URL parameter could inject script or HTML into export panels. The main business risk is compromise of an authenticated phpMyAdmin user’s browser session, potentially exposing database administration access. Exposure is most likely where phpMyAdmin 3.4.x before 3.4.9 remains deployed, especially if reachable by administrators through a browser. Internet-accessible phpMyAdmin increases risk, but the bundle does not identify authentication requirements or deployment prevalence. Treat as a legacy cleanup and exposure-reduction item. It is not presented as actively exploited in the supplied sources, but vulnerable phpMyAdmin can sit near sensitive database administration workflows, so unsupported exposed instances should be upgraded or removed promptly. Mitigation focus: Upgrade phpMyAdmin 3.4.x installations to 3.4.9 or a current vendor-supported release.; Apply relevant distribution updates from Fedora, Mandriva, or your package vendor.; Restrict phpMyAdmin access to trusted networks and authenticated administrative users..
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