CVE-2017-10379: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Client programs). Supported versions that are affected are 5.5.57 and earlier, 5.6.37 and earlier and 5.7.19 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 access to critical data or complete access to all MySQL Server accessible data.
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: Client programs). Supported versions that are affected are 5.5.57 and earlier, 5.6.37 and earlier and 5.7.19 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 access to critical data or complete access to all MySQL Server accessible data. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.5 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-10379?
CVE-2017-10379 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows an attacker with low privileges network access to potentially compromise the MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2017-10379?
To fix CVE-2017-10379, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.5.58, 5.6.38, or 5.7.20, or apply the latest security patches provided by your vendor.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2017-10379?
CVE-2017-10379 affects MySQL versions 5.5.57 and earlier, 5.6.37 and earlier, and 5.7.19 and earlier.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2017-10379?
CVE-2017-10379 can be exploited through low-privileged network access, potentially allowing an attacker to execute unauthorized actions.
Is MariaDB impacted by CVE-2017-10379?
Yes, certain versions of MariaDB, specifically those prior to 10.2.8, could also be impacted by CVE-2017-10379.