CVE-2017-10378: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 5.5.57 and earlier, 5.6.37 and earlier and 5.7.11 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server.
External References:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2017-3236626.html#AppendixMSQL
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 5.5.57 and earlier, 5.6.37 and earlier and 5.7.11 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-10378?
CVE-2017-10378 is classified as easily exploitable and allows low privileged attackers to execute unauthorized actions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-10378?
To fix CVE-2017-10378, upgrade MySQL to version 5.5.58, 5.6.38, or 5.7.12 or later.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2017-10378?
CVE-2017-10378 affects MySQL versions 5.5.57 and earlier, 5.6.37 and earlier, and 5.7.11 and earlier.
Are MariaDB versions affected by CVE-2017-10378?
Yes, certain versions of MariaDB that are based on affected MySQL versions are also susceptible to CVE-2017-10378.
Can CVE-2017-10378 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-10378 can be exploited remotely by an attacker with network access.