Learn about CVE-2017-3465 affecting MySQL Server versions 5.7.17 and earlier. Understand the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this security vulnerability.
CVE-2017-3465 was published on April 24, 2017, affecting MySQL Server versions 5.7.17 and earlier. This vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with network access to compromise the MySQL Server, potentially leading to unauthorized data access.
Understanding CVE-2017-3465
This CVE identifies a security vulnerability in Oracle MySQL Server that impacts versions 5.7.17 and earlier.
What is CVE-2017-3465?
The vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL allows a low privileged attacker with network access to compromise the server, potentially resulting in unauthorized data manipulation.
The Impact of CVE-2017-3465
The vulnerability, with a CVSS 3.0 Base Score of 4.3, specifically affects the integrity of the MySQL Server. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized data access within the server.
Technical Details of CVE-2017-3465
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL allows unauthorized access to certain data within the server, impacting its integrity.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability can be exploited by a low privileged attacker with network access through various protocols to compromise the MySQL Server, potentially leading to unauthorized data manipulation.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting systems from CVE-2017-3465 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates
Ensure that the MySQL Server is updated to a version that addresses CVE-2017-3465 to mitigate the risk of exploitation.