SB2016081706 - Arbitrary code execution in postgresql (Alpine package)
Published: August 17, 2016
Security Bulletin ID
SB2016081706
Severity
Critical
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Code execution
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Arbitrary code execution (CVE-ID: CVE-2016-5423)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code,The vulnerability exists in PostgreSQL. A remote authenticated attacker can cause the target server to crash, disclose portions of server memory, or potentially execute arbitrary code by submiting specially crafted SQL statements containing CASE/WHEN commands.
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.