#VU68466 Improper input validation in MySQL Installer - CVE-2022-39404

Vulnerability identifier: #VU68466

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 0.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:A/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-39404

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
MySQL Installer
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Oracle

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 updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

MySQL Installer: 1.6.0 - 1.6.3

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External links
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2022.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.