Vulnerability identifier: #VU62409
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 5.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-20
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
MySQL Server
Server applications /
Database software
Vendor: Oracle
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Server: PAM Auth Plugin component in MySQL Server. A remote 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: 8.0.0 - 8.0.28
External links
http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2022.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.