REDHAT-BUG-628698: Medium severity MySQL mysql vulnerability
MySQL improperly handled LOAD DATA INFILE requests (it did not check for SQL errors and sent an OK packet even when errors were already reported). A remote, authenticated MySQL user could use this flaw to cause mysqld daemon abort (assertion failure).
References: [1] http://secunia.com/advisories/41048/ [2] http://dev.mysql.com/doc/refman/5.1/en/news-5-1-49.html
Upstream bug report: [3] http://bugs.mysql.com/bug.php?id=52512
Upstream changeset: [4] http://lists.mysql.com/commits/105163
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-628698?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-628698 is critical due to the potential for remote authenticated users to exploit the flaw and cause the mysqld daemon to abort.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-628698?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-628698, upgrade MySQL to version 5.1.50 or later, which includes patches for this vulnerability.
What types of MySQL versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-628698?
REDHAT-BUG-628698 affects MySQL versions up to and including 5.1.49.
What impact does REDHAT-BUG-628698 have on MySQL functionality?
The impact of REDHAT-BUG-628698 can lead to assertion failures and abrupt termination of the mysqld daemon during particular LOAD DATA INFILE requests.
Can a remote user exploit REDHAT-BUG-628698 without authentication?
No, a remote user must be authenticated in order to exploit the vulnerability described in REDHAT-BUG-628698.