First published: Mon Apr 11 2016(Updated: )
The (1) brin_page_type and (2) brin_metapage_info functions in the pageinspect extension in PostgreSQL before 9.5.x before 9.5.2 allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and consequently obtain sensitive server memory information or cause a denial of service (server crash) via a crafted bytea value in a BRIN index page.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
---|---|---|
PostgreSQL JDBC Driver | =9.5 | |
PostgreSQL JDBC Driver | =9.5.1 |
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CVE-2016-3065 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its potential impact on sensitive data and system stability.
To fix CVE-2016-3065, update PostgreSQL to version 9.5.2 or later to ensure that access restrictions are properly enforced.
CVE-2016-3065 affects PostgreSQL versions 9.5 and 9.5.1.
The risks associated with CVE-2016-3065 include unauthorized access to sensitive server memory and potential denial of service due to server crashes.
No, CVE-2016-3065 does not directly allow arbitrary code execution but can lead to sensitive information disclosure and service disruptions.