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CVE-2022-23808 Scanner

Detects 'Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)' vulnerability in phpMyAdmin affects v. 5.1 before 5.1.2.

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PhpMyAdmin is a popular and widely-used web-based database management tool which provides an intuitive graphical user interface for managing MySQL databases. It is designed for users who do not necessarily have technical expertise in managing databases but still require an easy-to-use platform to execute tasks such as creating and deleting databases, tables, columns, and indexes, among other functionality. PhpMyAdmin helps in simplifying the management of MySQL databases by providing an interface that is easier to navigate.

Recently, a vulnerability identified as CVE-2022-23808 was discovered in phpMyAdmin versions before 5.1.2. The vulnerability allows attackers to inject malicious code into setup scripts, which could lead to cross-site scripting (XSS) or HTML injection. In particular, the vulnerability allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code in the victim's web browser by bypassing any security measures set in place. This allows the attacker to gain control over the target system, which can lead to the execution of various malicious operations.

When exploited, the CVE-2022-23808 vulnerability can lead to significant harm to your digital assets. Attackers could develop various types of attacks to exploit the vulnerability, including but not limited to the following: stealing sensitive data, affecting the functionality of the database, and redirecting users to malicious sites. The vulnerability can also be exploited to execute browser-based attacks such as snooping, phishing, and keylogging.

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