#VU25718 Improper input validation in MySQL Server - CVE-2020-2694

Vulnerability identifier: #VU25718

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 0.6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-2694

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 authenticated user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Server: Information Schema component in MySQL Server. A remote authenticated user 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 - 8.0.18

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2020.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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