CVE-2022-21285: Oracle MySQL Cluster Data Node Improper Validation of Array Index 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 user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an array. 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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What is the vulnerability ID for this Oracle MySQL Cluster Data Node vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this Oracle MySQL Cluster Data Node vulnerability is CVE-2022-21285.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-21285?
The severity of CVE-2022-21285 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.
Which versions of Oracle MySQL Cluster are affected by CVE-2022-21285?
Oracle MySQL Cluster versions 7.4.34 and prior, 7.5.24 and prior, 7.6.20 and prior, and 8.0.27 and prior are affected by CVE-2022-21285.
How can a high privileged attacker exploit CVE-2022-21285?
A high privileged attacker with access to the physical system can exploit CVE-2022-21285, although it is difficult to exploit.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-21285?
You can find more information about CVE-2022-21285 on the official Oracle Security Alerts page, the NetApp Security Advisory, and the Zero Day Initiative advisory.