CVE-2015-6817
First published: Tue May 23 2017(Updated: )
PgBouncer 1.6.x before 1.6.1, when configured with auth_user, allows remote attackers to gain login access as auth_user via an unknown username.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debounce | =1.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://comments.gmane.org/gmane.comp.db.postgresql.pgbouncer.general/1251
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/09/05/7
- https://github.com/pgbouncer/pgbouncer/commit/7ca3e5279d05fceb1e8a043c6f5b6f58dea3ed38
- https://github.com/pgbouncer/pgbouncer/issues/69
- https://pgbouncer.github.io/2015/09/pgbouncer-1-6-1
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-24
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-6817?
CVE-2015-6817 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2015-6817?
To fix CVE-2015-6817, upgrade PgBouncer to version 1.6.1 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2015-6817?
CVE-2015-6817 affects PgBouncer versions 1.6.x prior to 1.6.1.
Can CVE-2015-6817 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-6817 can be exploited remotely by attackers leveraging the auth_user configuration.
What type of attack can happen due to CVE-2015-6817?
Attackers can gain unauthorized login access as auth_user due to the vulnerability in CVE-2015-6817.
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