CVE-2002-0969: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Oct 11 2002(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in MySQL daemon (mysqld) before 3.23.50, and 4.0 beta before 4.02, on the Win32 platform, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long "datadir" parameter in the my.ini initialization file, whose permissions on Windows allow Full Control to the Everyone group.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle MySQL | =3.23.49 | |
| Oracle MySQL | =4.0.0 | |
| Oracle MySQL | =4.0.1 | |
| MySQL | =3.23.49 | |
| MySQL | =4.0.0 | |
| MySQL | =4.0.1 | |
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| MySQL | <3.23.50 | |
| MySQL | >=4.0.0<=4.0.2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2002-q4/0004.html
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10243.php
- http://www.westpoint.ltd.uk/advisories/wp-02-0003.txt
- http://www.mysql.com/documentation/mysql/bychapter/manual_News.html#News-3.23.x
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5853
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103358628011935&w=2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0969?
CVE-2002-0969 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0969?
To fix CVE-2002-0969, upgrade MySQL to version 3.23.50 or later, or to version 4.0.2 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-0969?
CVE-2002-0969 affects MySQL daemon versions prior to 3.23.50 and 4.0 beta versions before 4.0.2 running on Windows.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2002-0969?
The vulnerability in CVE-2002-0969 is caused by a buffer overflow in the MySQL daemon due to a long 'datadir' parameter.
Can CVE-2002-0969 lead to security breaches?
Yes, CVE-2002-0969 can allow local users to execute arbitrary code, leading to significant security breaches.
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