What is the severity of CVE-2016-8318?

CVE-2016-8318 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by low privileged attackers.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8318?

To fix CVE-2016-8318, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.6.35 or later, or 5.7.17 or later.

Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2016-8318?

CVE-2016-8318 affects MySQL Server versions 5.6.34 and earlier, and 5.7.16 and earlier.

What types of attackers can exploit CVE-2016-8318?

CVE-2016-8318 can be exploited by low privileged attackers who have network access to the MySQL Server.

What component is impacted by CVE-2016-8318?

CVE-2016-8318 impacts the MySQL Server component, specifically related to security and encryption functions.

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CVE-2016-8318

medium

6.8

27/1/2017

9/10/2024

CVE-2016-8318

First published: Fri Jan 27 2017(Updated: )

Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Encryption). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.34 and earlier and 5.7.16 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in MySQL Server, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server. CVSS v3.0 Base Score 6.8 (Availability impacts).

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
MySQL	>=5.6.0<=5.6.34
MySQL	>=5.7.0<=5.7.16

Remedy

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2017-2881727.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by low privileged attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8318?
To fix CVE-2016-8318, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.6.35 or later, or 5.7.17 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 affects MySQL Server versions 5.6.34 and earlier, and 5.7.16 and earlier.
What types of attackers can exploit CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 can be exploited by low privileged attackers who have network access to the MySQL Server.
What component is impacted by CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 impacts the MySQL Server component, specifically related to security and encryption functions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by low privileged attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8318?
To fix CVE-2016-8318, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.6.35 or later, or 5.7.17 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 affects MySQL Server versions 5.6.34 and earlier, and 5.7.16 and earlier.
What types of attackers can exploit CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 can be exploited by low privileged attackers who have network access to the MySQL Server.
What component is impacted by CVE-2016-8318?
CVE-2016-8318 impacts the MySQL Server component, specifically related to security and encryption functions.