CVE-2004-0837: Low severity MySQL mysql vulnerability

Published Oct 16, 2004
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Updated

MySQL 4.x before 4.0.21, and 3.x before 3.23.49, allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash or hang) via multiple threads that simultaneously alter MERGE table UNIONs.

Affected Software

4 affected components
MySQL mysql=4.1.0
Oracle MySQL>=3.20<3.23.49
Oracle MySQL>=4.0.0<4.0.21
Debian Debian Linux=3.0

Event History

Oct 16, 2004
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-2004-0837?

CVE-2004-0837 has a severity rating that warrants concern due to its potential for causing a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2004-0837?

To fix CVE-2004-0837, upgrade to MySQL version 4.0.21 or later, or 3.23.49 or later.

3

What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2004-0837?

CVE-2004-0837 affects MySQL versions prior to 4.0.21 and 3.23.49.

4

How can CVE-2004-0837 impact my MySQL database?

CVE-2004-0837 can cause your MySQL database to crash or hang when multiple threads modify MERGE table UNIONs.

5

Are there any workarounds for CVE-2004-0837?

There are no formally documented workarounds for CVE-2004-0837 other than upgrading to a patched version.

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