#VU6690 Security restrictions bypass - CVE-2017-3599

Vulnerability identifier: #VU6690

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 7.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:N/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-3599

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:

Vendor:

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote unauthenticated attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The weakness exists in MySQL Server due to improper security restrictions. A remote attacker can cause the service to crash.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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: 5.6.31 - 5.6.34, 5.7.11 - 5.7.16

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2017-3236618.html

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Q & A

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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.