CVE-2005-4079
First published: Thu Dec 08 2005(Updated: )
The register_globals emulation in phpMyAdmin 2.7.0 rc1 allows remote attackers to exploit other vulnerabilities in phpMyAdmin by modifying the import_blacklist variable in grab_globals.php, which can then be used to overwrite other variables.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PhpMyAdmin | =2.7.0_rc1 | |
| phpMyAdmin | =2.7.0_rc1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.hardened-php.net/advisory_252005.110.html
- http://www.phpmyadmin.net/home_page/downloads.php?relnotes=0
- http://www.phpmyadmin.net/home_page/security.php?issue=PMASA-2005-9
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17925/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15761
- http://www.osvdb.org/21508
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18618
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200512-03.xml
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17957
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/237
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2792
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/423142/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/418834/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4079?
CVE-2005-4079 is considered a moderate vulnerability that allows remote attackers to exploit other vulnerabilities in phpMyAdmin.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4079?
To fix CVE-2005-4079, upgrade phpMyAdmin to a version that does not use register_globals emulation.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2005-4079?
CVE-2005-4079 specifically affects phpMyAdmin version 2.7.0 rc1.
What kind of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2005-4079?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2005-4079 to modify the import_blacklist variable, potentially leading to variable overwrites.
Is CVE-2005-4079 still a threat today?
While CVE-2005-4079 has been documented for years, using outdated software like phpMyAdmin 2.7.0 rc1 poses a continuing security risk.
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