Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2012-1190 is an XSS flaw in phpMyAdmin’s replication setup code. An attacker could use a crafted database name to make a victim’s browser process attacker-controlled script or HTML. The bundle does not show active exploitation, but exposed legacy phpMyAdmin installs should be treated as a meaningful administrative-console risk. Exposure is most likely where phpMyAdmin 3.4.x before 3.4.10.1 remains deployed, especially if the interface is reachable by users or networks where an attacker can influence database names. Prioritize remediation for internet-accessible or shared administrative phpMyAdmin systems. For isolated, retired, or already upgraded systems, urgency is lower. The main business risk is compromise of an administrator’s browser session in a sensitive database management interface. Mitigation focus: Upgrade phpMyAdmin 3.4.x installations to 3.4.10.1 or later.; Restrict phpMyAdmin access to trusted administrators and trusted networks.; Review vendor advisories before applying distribution-specific packages..
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- phpmyadmin-replication-xss(75304)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- https://github.com/phpmyadmin/phpmyadmin/commit/86073d532aed656550cb731aa5b4288b126ae7a6CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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