#VU59917 Authentication bypass using an alternate path or channel in phpMyAdmin - CVE-2022-23807

Vulnerability identifier: #VU59917

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 0.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-23807

CWE-ID: CWE-288

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

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

Vendor: phpMyAdmin

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to a logic error that allows an authenticated user to disable MFA for their account.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

phpMyAdmin: 4.9.0 - 4.9.7, 5.1.0 rc1 - 5.1.1

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External links
https://www.phpmyadmin.net/security/PMASA-2022-1/

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.