CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-4729

First published: Thu Jul 04 2013(Updated: )

import.php in phpMyAdmin 4.x before 4.0.4.1 does not properly restrict the ability of input data to specify a file format, which allows remote authenticated users to modify the GLOBALS superglobal array, and consequently change the configuration, via a crafted request.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
composer/phpmyadmin/phpmyadmin>=4.0<4.0.4.1
4.0.4.1
PhpMyAdmin=4.0.0
PhpMyAdmin=4.0.0-rc2
PhpMyAdmin=4.0.0-rc3
PhpMyAdmin=4.0.1
PhpMyAdmin=4.0.2
PhpMyAdmin=4.0.3
PhpMyAdmin=4.0.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-4729?

    CVE-2013-4729 has a medium severity level due to its potential for unauthorized configuration changes.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-4729?

    To fix CVE-2013-4729, upgrade phpMyAdmin to version 4.0.4.1 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2013-4729?

    Users of phpMyAdmin versions 4.0.0 through 4.0.4 are affected by CVE-2013-4729.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2013-4729 on phpMyAdmin?

    CVE-2013-4729 allows remote authenticated users to manipulate the GLOBALS superglobal array and change configurations.

  • Is CVE-2013-4729 exploitable remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2013-4729 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users.

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