CVE-2001-1275: High severity ORACLE MySQL vulnerability
Published Jan 19, 2001
·Updated
MySQL before 3.23.31 allows users with a MySQL account to use the SHOW GRANTS command to obtain the encrypted administrator password from the mysql.user table and possibly gain privileges via password cracking.
Affected Software
1 affected component
ORACLE MySQL<=3.23.31
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jan 19, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
May 3, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1275?
CVE-2001-1275 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive data.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1275?
To fix CVE-2001-1275, users should upgrade their MySQL installation to version 3.23.32 or later.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2001-1275?
CVE-2001-1275 affects all MySQL users prior to version 3.23.31.
4
What are the implications of CVE-2001-1275?
The implications of CVE-2001-1275 include the risk of attackers gaining unauthorized administrative privileges through password cracking techniques.
5
Can CVE-2001-1275 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-1275 can potentially be exploited remotely by users with MySQL accounts.