CVE-2020-35186 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

Adminer Docker images before 4.7.0-fastcgi with a blank root password.

Understanding CVE-2020-35186

Adminer Docker images prior to version 4.7.0-fastcgi have a critical security issue that allows remote attackers to gain root access with a blank password.

What is CVE-2020-35186?

The official Adminer Docker images before version 4.7.0-fastcgi have a vulnerability that enables attackers to achieve root access due to a blank password for the root user.

The Impact of CVE-2020-35186

The vulnerability in Adminer Docker images could lead to a remote attacker gaining root access with a blank password, compromising the security of systems utilizing these images.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-35186

Vulnerability Description

The official Adminer Docker images before version 4.7.0-fastcgi contain a blank password for the root user, allowing unauthorized access.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Versions: All versions before 4.7.0-fastcgi

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by leveraging the blank root password in affected Adminer Docker images to gain unauthorized root access.

Mitigation and Prevention

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid using Adminer Docker images before version 4.7.0-fastcgi.
Change the default root password in Adminer Docker images to a secure one.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update Docker images to the latest secure versions.
Implement strong password policies for all system accounts.

Patching and Updates

Update to Adminer Docker images version 4.7.0-fastcgi or newer to mitigate the vulnerability.