CVE-2017-3273: Input Validation
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: DDL ). 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 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/cpujan2017-2881727.html#AppendixMSQL
Other sources
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: DDL). 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 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 6.5 (Availability impacts).
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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redhat/mysqlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.6.35 - Upgrade
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redhat/mysqlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.17 - Upgrade
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Oracle MySQL Serverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.6.34 - Upgrade
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Oracle MySQL Serverto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.16
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3273?
CVE-2017-3273 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that poses a significant risk to affected MySQL Server installations.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3273?
To fix CVE-2017-3273, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 5.6.35 or later, or to version 5.7.17 or later.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2017-3273?
CVE-2017-3273 affects MySQL Server versions 5.6.34 and earlier, as well as 5.7.16 and earlier.
Who is affected by CVE-2017-3273?
Low privileged attackers with network access can exploit CVE-2017-3273 to compromise vulnerable MySQL Server installations.
Is CVE-2017-3273 specific to a certain MySQL distribution?
CVE-2017-3273 is a vulnerability in Oracle MySQL Server, affecting specific versions regardless of the distribution.