The current version of phpMyAdmin is 5_2_3 (as of 08/07/2026).
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phpMyAdmin · current 5_2_3
Actively exploited vulnerabilities
The US cybersecurity agency CISA lists this vulnerability in its catalog of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities. Check your version and patch or mitigate promptly.
- CVE-2009-1151phpMyAdmin Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Source: CISA KEV. The CVE is matched to the product automatically — when in doubt, the linked NVD entry applies.
phpMyAdmin at a glance
phpMyAdmin is the ubiquitous open-source web interface for administering MySQL and MariaDB databases. phpMyAdmin ships regular releases plus coordinated security fixes; as a web-facing tool with direct database access, it is a classic attack target and warrants prompt patching and careful exposure.
For admins the cardinal rule is exposure: never leave phpMyAdmin openly reachable on the internet — it is heavily scanned and attacked. Put it behind authentication and IP restrictions, ideally accessible only via VPN or a bastion, and keep it current, since it receives regular security advisories. Keep the underlying PHP supported. Because it has full database privileges, a compromise is severe. After updating, verify login and core operations. Consider whether a desktop client (over an SSH tunnel) would reduce the exposed surface for routine work. Patchletter surfaces new phpMyAdmin releases so security fixes aren't missed.
Release history · as detected by patchletter
| Version | Channel | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5_2_3 | STABLE | 08/07/2026 | Release notes → |
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