Vulnerability identifier: #VU63006

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-43008

CWE-ID: CWE-552

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Adminer
Web applications / Remote management & hosting panels

Vendor: Jakub Vrána

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to a MySQL database issue. A remote attacker can read database credentials and steal data.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Adminer: 1.112.0 - 4.6.2

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External links
http://sansec.io/research/adminer-4.6.2-file-disclosure-vulnerability
http://github.com/vrana/adminer/releases/tag/v4.6.3
http://www.adminer.org/
http://podalirius.net/en/cves/2021-43008/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.