CVE-2017-3319: Infoleak
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: X Plugin ). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.16 and earlier. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized read access to a subset of MySQL Server accessible data.
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: X Plugin). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.16 and earlier. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized read access to a subset of MySQL Server accessible data. CVSS v3.0 Base Score 3.1 (Confidentiality impacts).
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
redhat/mysqlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.17 - Upgrade
Upgrade
oracle/mysql (Server: X Plugin)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.16
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3319?
CVE-2017-3319 has a medium severity score due to its potential exploitation by low privileged attackers.
How can I mitigate CVE-2017-3319?
To mitigate CVE-2017-3319, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 5.7.17 or later.
Does CVE-2017-3319 affect all versions of MySQL?
CVE-2017-3319 specifically affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.16 and earlier.
What type of access is required to exploit CVE-2017-3319?
CVE-2017-3319 can be exploited by an attacker with low privileged network access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-3319 if I cannot upgrade?
There are no specific workarounds for CVE-2017-3319; upgrading to a fixed version is the recommended action.