CVE-2022-21284: Oracle MySQL Cluster Data Node Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Oracle MySQL Cluster. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of Data Node jobs. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the service account.
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Cluster product of Oracle MySQL (component: Cluster: General). Supported versions that are affected are 7.4.34 and prior, 7.5.24 and prior, 7.6.20 and prior and 8.0.27 and prior. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows high privileged attacker with access to the physical communication segment attached to the hardware where the MySQL Cluster executes to compromise MySQL Cluster. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of MySQL Cluster. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 6.3 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-21284?
CVE-2022-21284 is a vulnerability in the MySQL Cluster product of Oracle MySQL that allows remote code execution.
Which versions of Oracle MySQL Cluster are affected by CVE-2022-21284?
The affected versions of Oracle MySQL Cluster are 7.4.34 and prior, 7.5.24 and prior, 7.6.20 and prior, and 8.0.27 and prior.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-21284?
CVE-2022-21284 has a severity rating of 9.8 (critical).
How can CVE-2022-21284 be exploited?
CVE-2022-21284 can be exploited by a high privileged attacker with access to the physical server.
Are there any references for CVE-2022-21284?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2022-21284 at the following links: [Reference 1](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220121-0008/), [Reference 2](https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2022.html), [Reference 3](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-091/).