Critical · published December 12, 2025
🚨 A single PLAIN-format dump file is all it takes to unleash chaos! In pgAdmin versions up to 9.10 running in server mode, attackers can exploit a Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability to execute arbitrary commands. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone in the door to prepare the daily specials without checking their credentials. All it takes is a single ‘order’ from the wrong person for them to take over the kitchen and serve up a disastrous meal! If an attacker gains access through this vulnerability, they could inject and execute commands remotely, completely compromising the server hosting pgAdmin. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, tampering with database integrity, or even a complete system takeover—absolutely devastating!
Think of it like a restaurant that lets anyone in the door to prepare the daily specials without checking their credentials. All it takes is a single ‘order’ from the wrong person for them to take over the kitchen and serve up a disastrous meal! This RCE vulnerability occurs when pgAdmin processes PLAIN-format dump files without proper validation, allowing an attacker to run any command they desire on the server. Essentially, it’s a lack of critical safeguards that lets the bad guys in.
If an attacker gains access through this vulnerability, they could inject and execute commands remotely, completely compromising the server hosting pgAdmin. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, tampering with database integrity, or even a complete system takeover—absolutely devastating! To protect your system, patch pgAdmin to the latest version immediately, ensuring you're running a version beyond 9.10. Additionally, review your server configurations to limit access to trusted users only. Don't forget to audit previous dump file practices! You've got this! Follow these steps and you'll keep your database fortress secure! 🛡️
| Product | Versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| pgadmin/pgadmin_4 | ≤ 9.10 | — |