CVE-2016-9851: An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin.

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CVE-2016-9851 is a phpMyAdmin issue where a crafted request parameter could bypass the intended logout timeout. This can weaken session controls for database administration portals. The public bundle does not provide a CVSS score or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is limited to environments running affected phpMyAdmin 4.6.x or 4.4.x releases, especially reachable administrative interfaces. Systems not using phpMyAdmin or already upgraded beyond the listed fixed versions are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Treat this as an exposure cleanup item for database administration systems. Prioritize internet-accessible or shared phpMyAdmin portals, but do not escalate as confirmed active exploitation based on the supplied evidence. Mitigation focus: Upgrade phpMyAdmin 4.6.x deployments to 4.6.5 or later.; Upgrade phpMyAdmin 4.4.x deployments to 4.4.15.9 or later.; Restrict phpMyAdmin access to trusted networks or VPN paths..

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Jun 13, 2026, 13:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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