Vulnerability Description
The Database Link library (dblink) in PostgreSQL 8.1 implements functions via CREATE statements that map to arbitrary libraries based on the C programming language, which allows remote authenticated superusers to map and execute a function from any library, as demonstrated by using the system function in libc.so.6 to gain shell access.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Postgresql | Postgresql | 8.1 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/40901
- http://www.leidecker.info/pgshell/Having_Fun_With_PostgreSQL.txt
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:188
- http://www.portcullis.co.uk/uplds/whitepapers/Having_Fun_With_PostgreSQL.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/471541/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35145
- http://osvdb.org/40901
- http://www.leidecker.info/pgshell/Having_Fun_With_PostgreSQL.txt
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2007:188
- http://www.portcullis.co.uk/uplds/whitepapers/Having_Fun_With_PostgreSQL.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/471541/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35145
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-3280?
CVE-2007-3280 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.0 (HIGH). The Database Link library (dblink) in PostgreSQL 8.1 implements functions via CREATE statements that map to arbitrary libraries based on the C programming language, which allows remote authenticated s...
How severe is CVE-2007-3280?
CVE-2007-3280 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-3280?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Postgresql Postgresql.