Security readout for executives and security teams
This phpMyAdmin issue could expose HttpOnly cookie values through phpinfo.php. HttpOnly is meant to keep cookies out of browser-side scripts, so disclosure weakens a session-protection control. Business urgency is highest where phpMyAdmin is internet-facing or broadly accessible. Exposure is likely limited to environments running affected phpMyAdmin branches where phpinfo.php is reachable by users who can access the phpMyAdmin deployment. Internet-facing administrative consoles increase risk. Treat as a targeted administrative-surface cleanup item. Prioritize internet-facing or shared phpMyAdmin systems first, because cookie disclosure can undermine session protections even though active exploitation is not evidenced here. Mitigation focus: Upgrade phpMyAdmin beyond the affected branch versions named in the advisory.; Review the phpMyAdmin PMASA-2016-59 guidance for vendor-specific remediation details.; Restrict phpMyAdmin access to trusted networks or authenticated administrative users..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-59CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- GLSA-201701-32CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
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