REDHAT-BUG-833742: Medium severity MySQL mysql vulnerability

Published Jun 20, 2012

Updated

MySQL version 5.5.23 releases notes mention following security fix:

Security Fix: Bug #59533 was fixed.

http://dev.mysql.com/doc/refman/5.5/en/news-5-5-23.html

Upstream bug is currently private and there's no additional info currently available for this issue. The bug is not referenced by any commit in the upstream bazaar repositories.

http://bugs.mysql.com/bug.php?id=59533

Affected Software

1 affected component

MySQL mysql

Event History

Jun 20, 2012

Data Sourced

08:41 AM

DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-833742?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-833742 is classified as a security issue that needs to be addressed promptly.

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-833742?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-833742, upgrade to a patched version of MySQL Server 5.5.23 or later.

What vulnerabilities does REDHAT-BUG-833742 address?

REDHAT-BUG-833742 addresses a specific security vulnerability identified in MySQL version 5.5.23.

Which software versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-833742?

REDHAT-BUG-833742 affects MySQL Server version 5.5.23.

Is there a workaround for REDHAT-BUG-833742?

There are no official workarounds for REDHAT-BUG-833742; upgrading is recommended.