CVE-2016-6608
UnknownEPSS 1.28%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6608 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. XSS issues were discovered in phpMyAdmin. This affects the database privilege check and the "Remove partitioning" functionality. EPSS estimates a 1.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
XSS issues were discovered in phpMyAdmin. This affects the database privilege check and the "Remove partitioning" functionality. Specially crafted database names can trigger the XSS attack. All 4.6.x versions (prior to 4.6.4) are affected.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.6.0 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.6.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.6.2 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.6.3 |
References
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-31Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-31Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6608?
XSS issues were discovered in phpMyAdmin. This affects the database privilege check and the "Remove partitioning" functionality. Specially crafted database names can trigger the XSS attack. All 4.6.x versions (prior to 4.6.4) are affected.
How severe is CVE-2016-6608?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6608 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6608?
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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