CVE-2016-0546: Buffer Overflow
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle MySQL 5.5.46 and earlier, 5.6.27 and earlier, and 5.7.9 and MariaDB before 5.5.47, 10.0.x before 10.0.23, and 10.1.x before 10.1.10 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Client. NOTE: the previous information is from the January 2016 CPU. Oracle has not commented on third-party claims that these are multiple buffer overflows in the mysqlshow tool that allow remote database servers to have unspecified impact via a long table or database name.
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Client). Supported versions that are affected are 5.5.46 and earlier, 5.6.27 and earlier and 5.7.9. Easily exploitable vulnerability requiring logon to Operating System. Successful attack of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized Operating System takeover including arbitrary code execution.
External References:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpujan2016verbose-2367956.html
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-0546?
CVE-2016-0546 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability affecting local users.
How do I fix CVE-2016-0546?
To fix CVE-2016-0546, upgrade to MySQL version 5.5.47, 5.6.28, or 5.7.10 or the respective MariaDB versions mentioned.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2016-0546?
CVE-2016-0546 affects MySQL versions 5.5.46 and earlier, 5.6.27 and earlier, and 5.7.9 and earlier.
Which MariaDB versions are impacted by CVE-2016-0546?
CVE-2016-0546 affects MariaDB versions before 5.5.47, 10.0.x before 10.0.23, and 10.1.x before 10.1.10.
What types of risks does CVE-2016-0546 pose?
CVE-2016-0546 can potentially affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of affected systems.