PostgreSQL Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Test Suites

CVE-2014-0067

Summary

A vulnerability exists in PostgreSQL versions 9.3.3 and earlier due to improper invocation of the initdb command during test suite setups. This flaw allows local users to exploit the authentication requirements for the database cluster used in testing, potentially escalating their privileges within the system. This misconfiguration can lead to unauthorized access and manipulation of database functions, posing a risk to data integrity and system security. Users should ensure their PostgreSQL installations are updated and configured securely to mitigate these risks.

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