PostgreSQL Information Leak Vulnerability in User Mappings
CVE-2017-7486

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

The Postgresql Global Development Group

Status
Postgresql
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 May 2017

What is CVE-2017-7486?

The vulnerability in PostgreSQL affects versions 8.4 through 9.6, allowing users with USAGE privilege on foreign servers to access sensitive information. Specifically, it can lead to an unauthorized disclosure of foreign server passwords via the pg_user_mappings view. This can pose significant risks for data security, as attackers could exploit this flaw to gain access to confidential server credentials. It is crucial for administrators to apply the latest patches to mitigate this risk and protect sensitive data.

Affected Version(s)

PostgreSQL 8.4 - 9.6

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038476
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3851
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_DEBIAN
https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2425
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_REDHAT

EPSS Score

6% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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