CVE-2017-3460: Medium severity ORACLE MySQL vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Audit Plug-in). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.17 and earlier. Easily "exploitable" vulnerability allows high 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 4.9 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Audit Plug-in). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.17 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high 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/cpuapr2017-3236618.html#AppendixMSQL
— Red Hat
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
redhat/mysqlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.18 - Upgrade
Upgrade
Oracle MySQL Server (Server: Audit Plug-in)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 5.7.17 - Compensating control
Mitigate potential denial-of-service impact by restricting network access to the MySQL Server so only trusted clients can reach it over the affected protocols.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-3460?
CVE-2017-3460 is considered easily exploitable with high risk, allowing for potential compromise of the MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2017-3460?
To fix CVE-2017-3460, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 5.7.18 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-3460?
CVE-2017-3460 affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.17 and earlier.
Who can exploit CVE-2017-3460?
CVE-2017-3460 can be exploited by high-privileged attackers with network access using multiple protocols.
What component of MySQL is affected by CVE-2017-3460?
CVE-2017-3460 affects the MySQL Server component, specifically the Server: Audit Plug-in.