CVE-2024-54141

phpMyFAQ Generates an Error Message Containing Sensitive Information if database server is not available

Description

phpMyFAQ is an open source FAQ web application for PHP 8.1+ and MySQL, PostgreSQL and other databases. Prior to 4.0.0, phpMyFAQ exposes the database (ie postgreSQL) server's credential when connection to DB fails. This vulnerability is fixed in 4.0.0.

Category

8.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.14%
Affected: thorsten phpMyFAQ
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/security/advisories/GHSA-vrjr-p3xp-xx2x
https://github.com/thorsten/phpMyFAQ/commit/b9289a0b2233df864361c131cd177b6715fbb0fe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-54141?
CVE-2024-54141 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-54141?
To fix CVE-2024-54141, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-54141 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-54141 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-54141?
CVE-2024-54141 affects thorsten phpMyFAQ.
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