Exposure of Database Credentials in phpMyFAQ Web Application
CVE-2024-54141

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

phpMyFAQ

Status
phpMyFAQ
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 December 2024

What is CVE-2024-54141?

The phpMyFAQ web application, prior to version 4.0.0, is susceptible to a vulnerability that exposes database connection credentials, such as those for PostgreSQL, when the connection to the database fails. This flaw can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive database information, emphasizing the need for users to upgrade to the latest version to mitigate potential security risks.

References

https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/commit/b9289a0b2233d...
https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/security/advisories/...

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

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