Improper input validation in MySQL Installer



Published: 2022-10-19
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2022-39404
CWE-ID CWE-20
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
Subscribe 		MySQL Installer
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor Oracle

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper input validation

EUVDB-ID: #VU68466

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-39404

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to read and manipulate data.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Installer: General component in MySQL Installer. A local authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to read and manipulate data.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

MySQL Installer: 1.6.0 - 1.6.3

CPE2.3 External links

http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2022.html?970499


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.



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