CVE-2017-3320: Low severity ORACLE MySQL vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Encryption ). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.16 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker. 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: Security: Encryption). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.16 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized read access to a subset of MySQL Server accessible data. CVSS v3.0 Base Score 2.4 (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 (MySQL Server component) Server: Security: Encryptionto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.16 and earlier
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3320?
CVE-2017-3320 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its ease of exploitation by high-privileged attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3320?
To fix CVE-2017-3320, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 5.7.17 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2017-3320?
MySQL versions 5.7.16 and earlier are affected by CVE-2017-3320.
What component is impacted by CVE-2017-3320?
CVE-2017-3320 impacts the MySQL Server component related to security and encryption features.
Can CVE-2017-3320 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-3320 can be exploited remotely by attackers with network access.