CVE-2007-3280

CVE-2007-3280 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Postgresql with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 26% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The Database Link library (dblink) in PostgreSQL 8.1 implements functions via CREATE statements that map to arbitrary libraries based on the C programming language, which allows remote authenticated superusers to map and execute a function from any library, as demonstrated by using the system function in libc.so.6 to gain shell access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-3280?
The Database Link library (dblink) in PostgreSQL 8.1 implements functions via CREATE statements that map to arbitrary libraries based on the C programming language, which allows remote authenticated superusers to map and execute a function from any library, as demonstrated by using the system function in libc.so.6 to gain shell access.
How severe is CVE-2007-3280?
CVE-2007-3280 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2007-3280 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 26% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-3280?
CVE-2007-3280 affects Postgresql. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3280?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-3280 published?
CVE-2007-3280 was published on 2007-06-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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