CVE-2012-5159
HighPublic exploitphpMyAdmin 3.5.2.2, as distributed by the cdnetworks-kr-1 mirror during an unspecified time frame in 2012, contains an externally introduced modification (Trojan Horse) in server_sync.php, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via an eval injection attack.
Published Sep 25, 2012 · Updated Aug 6, 2024
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2012-5159 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Phpmyadmin.
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Phpmyadmin 0.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
75%
Higher than 99.4% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
phpMyAdmin 3.5.2.2, as distributed by the cdnetworks-kr-1 mirror during an unspecified time frame in 2012, contains an externally introduced modification (Trojan Horse) in server_sync.php, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via an eval injection attack.
Affected Products
6 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| PhpmyadminPhpmyadmin | 3.5.2.2 | 0 |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Sep 25, 2012
Last updated
Aug 6, 2024
Weakness Type
- CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
References
- advisoryhttp://www.phpmyadmin.net/home_page/security/PMASA-2012-5.php
- exploitMSF phpmyadmin_3522_backdoor.rb
- exploitExploitDB-21834
- other[oss-security] 20120925 Re: CVE Request - phpMyAdmin: PMASA-2012-5 incident
- otherhttp://sourceforge.net/blog/phpmyadmin-back-door/
FAQ
Common Questions.
phpMyAdmin 3.5.2.2, as distributed by the cdnetworks-kr-1 mirror during an unspecified time frame in 2012, contains an externally introduced modification (Trojan Horse) in server_sync.php, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via an eval injection attack.
Affected: Phpmyadmin versions 3.5.2.2. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Phpmyadmin 0.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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