CVE-2016-7048
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 4.92%
Last modified
CVE-2016-7048 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The interactive installer in PostgreSQL before 9.3.15, 9.4.x before 9.4.10, and 9.5.x before 9.5.5 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging use of HTTP to download software.. EPSS estimates a 4.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The interactive installer in PostgreSQL before 9.3.15, 9.4.x before 9.4.10, and 9.5.x before 9.5.5 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging use of HTTP to download software.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Postgresql | Postgresql | < 9.1.24 |
| Postgresql | Postgresql | >= 9.2, < 9.2.19 |
| Postgresql | Postgresql | >= 9.3, < 9.3.15 |
| Postgresql | Postgresql | >= 9.4.0, < 9.4.10 |
| Postgresql | Postgresql | >= 9.5.0, < 9.5.5 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1378043Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.postgresql.org/support/security/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1378043Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.postgresql.org/support/security/Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-7048?
The interactive installer in PostgreSQL before 9.3.15, 9.4.x before 9.4.10, and 9.5.x before 9.5.5 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging use of HTTP to download software.
How severe is CVE-2016-7048?
CVE-2016-7048 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7048?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-7048?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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