Vulnerability identifier: #VU28710

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-2969

CWE-ID: CWE-125

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
MySQL Server
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Oracle

Description

The vulnerability allows a local non-authenticated attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Client programs component in MySQL Server. A local non-authenticated attacker can exploit this vulnerability to gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

MySQL Server: 5.6.0 - 5.6.44, 5.7.0 - 5.7.26, 8.0.0 - 8.0.16

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External links
http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2019.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.