CVE-2016-4412
UnknownEPSS 1.02%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4412 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. A user can be tricked into following a link leading to phpMyAdmin, which after authentication redirects to another malicious site. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. A user can be tricked into following a link leading to phpMyAdmin, which after authentication redirects to another malicious site. The attacker must sniff the user's valid phpMyAdmin token. All 4.0.x versions (prior to 4.0.10.16) are affected.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.0 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.2 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.3 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.4 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.4.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.4.2 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.5 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.6 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.7 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.8 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.9 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.2 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.3 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.4 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.5 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.6 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.7 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.8 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.9 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.10 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.11 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.12 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.13 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.14 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.15 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94519Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-57Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94519Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-57Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4412?
An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. A user can be tricked into following a link leading to phpMyAdmin, which after authentication redirects to another malicious site. The attacker must sniff the user's valid phpMyAdmin token. All 4.0.x versions (prior to 4.0.10.16) are affected.
How severe is CVE-2016-4412?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4412 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4412?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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