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CVE-2013-4462: WordPress Portable phpMyAdmin Plugin has an authentication bypass vulnerability

WordPress Portable phpMyAdmin Plugin has an authentication bypass vulnerability

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdated
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Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-4462 is an authentication bypass in the WordPress Portable phpMyAdmin Plugin. In business terms, an exposed vulnerable plugin could weaken access controls around database administration. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, confirmed exploitation, or a verified patch path. Exposure is likely limited to WordPress sites that installed the Portable phpMyAdmin Plugin, especially older or abandoned installations. The bundle does not prove impact beyond versions through at least 2013-10-22. Prioritize discovery and removal on internet-facing WordPress sites. Business urgency depends on whether the plugin is installed and exposed, because the supplied sources do not provide severity scoring or exploitation evidence. Mitigation focus: Inventory WordPress sites for Portable phpMyAdmin Plugin installations.; Remove or disable the plugin where it is not required.; Check vendor or WordPress plugin guidance for any available fixed version..

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CVSS
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Affected products

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
Portable phpMyAdmin Plugin authorsPortable phpMyAdmin Pluginthrough at least 2013-10-22Listed
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