CVE-2016-6629
UnknownEPSS 3.14%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6629 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin involving the $cfg['ArbitraryServerRegexp'] configuration directive. An attacker could reuse certain cookie values in a way of bypassing the servers defined by ArbitraryServerRegexp. EPSS estimates a 3.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin involving the $cfg['ArbitraryServerRegexp'] configuration directive. An attacker could reuse certain cookie values in a way of bypassing the servers defined by ArbitraryServerRegexp. All 4.6.x versions (prior to 4.6.4), 4.4.x versions (prior to 4.4.15.8), and 4.0.x versions (prior to 4.0.10.17) 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 |
| 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 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.0.10.16 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.0 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.1.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.2 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.3 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.4 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.5 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.6 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.6.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.7 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.8 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.9 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.10 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.11 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.12 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.13 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.13.1 |
Showing 50 of 60 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92493Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-52Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92493Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-52Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6629?
An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin involving the $cfg['ArbitraryServerRegexp'] configuration directive. An attacker could reuse certain cookie values in a way of bypassing the servers defined by ArbitraryServerRegexp. All 4.6.x versions (prior to 4.6.4), 4.4.x versions (prior to 4.4.15.8), and 4.0.x versions (prior to 4.0.10.17) are affected.
How severe is CVE-2016-6629?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6629 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.14% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6629?
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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