CVE-2016-9866
UnknownEPSS 1.02%
Last modified
CVE-2016-9866 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. When the arg_separator is different from its default & value, the CSRF token was not properly stripped from the return URL of the preference import action. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. When the arg_separator is different from its default & value, the CSRF token was not properly stripped from the return URL of the preference import action. All 4.6.x versions (prior to 4.6.5), 4.4.x versions (prior to 4.4.15.9), and 4.0.x versions (prior to 4.0.10.18) 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 | 4.6.4 |
| 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 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.14 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.14.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.1 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.2 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.3 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.4 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.5 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.6 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.7 |
| Phpmyadmin | Phpmyadmin | 4.4.15.8 |
| 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 |
Showing 50 of 63 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-71Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2016-71Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-9866?
An issue was discovered in phpMyAdmin. When the arg_separator is different from its default & value, the CSRF token was not properly stripped from the return URL of the preference import action. All 4.6.x versions (prior to 4.6.5), 4.4.x versions (prior to 4.4.15.9), and 4.0.x versions (prior to 4.0.10.18) are affected.
How severe is CVE-2016-9866?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9866 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9866?
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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