Vulnerability identifier: #VU78419

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-22053

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 access sensitive information or perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Client programs component in MySQL Server. A remote authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to access sensitive information or perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

MySQL Server: 5.7.0 - 5.7.42, 8.0.0 - 8.0.33

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External links
http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2023.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.