CVE-2024-4545: EDB Postgres Advanced Server (EPAS) authenticated file read permissions bypass using edbldr
All versions of EnterpriseDB Postgres Advanced Server (EPAS) from 15.0 prior to 15.7.0 and from 16.0 prior to 16.3.0 may allow users using edbldr to bypass role permissions from pgreadserverfiles. This could allow low privilege users to read files to which they would not otherwise have access.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
EnterpriseDB Postgres Advanced Server (EPAS)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 15.7.0 - Upgrade
Upgrade
EnterpriseDB Postgres Advanced Server (EPAS)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 16.3.0 - Compensating control
Mitigate authenticated file read permission bypass via edbldr by restricting access to the edbldr utility to trusted/admin users until the EPAS upgrade to 15.7.0 or 16.3.0 is completed.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-4545?
CVE-2024-4545 is a high-severity vulnerability that allows role permission bypass in EnterpriseDB Postgres Advanced Server.
How do I fix CVE-2024-4545?
To fix CVE-2024-4545, upgrade EnterpriseDB Postgres Advanced Server to version 15.7.0 or 16.3.0 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-4545?
CVE-2024-4545 affects all versions of EnterpriseDB Postgres Advanced Server from 15.0 prior to 15.7.0 and from 16.0 prior to 16.3.0.
What kind of access does CVE-2024-4545 provide to attackers?
CVE-2024-4545 may allow low privilege users to bypass role permissions and read files they should not have access to.
When was CVE-2024-4545 disclosed?
CVE-2024-4545 was disclosed as part of ongoing security advisories affecting EnterpriseDB's Postgres Advanced Server.