Vulnerability Description
MySQL 3.23.55 and earlier creates world-writeable files and allows mysql users to gain root privileges by using the "SELECT * INFO OUTFILE" operator to overwrite a configuration file and cause mysql to run as root upon restart, as demonstrated by modifying my.cnf.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle | Mysql | 3.23.52 |
References
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000743
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104715840202315&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104739810523433&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104800948128630&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=104802285012750&w=2
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2003-094.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2003/dsa-303
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/203897US Government Resource
- http://www.linuxsecurity.com/advisories/engarde_advisory-3046.html
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2003:057
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2003-093.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/7052ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/11510
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://distro.conectiva.com.br/atualizacoes/?id=a&anuncio=000743
FAQ
What is CVE-2003-0150?
CVE-2003-0150 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.0 (HIGH). MySQL 3.23.55 and earlier creates world-writeable files and allows mysql users to gain root privileges by using the "SELECT * INFO OUTFILE" operator to overwrite a configuration file and cause mysql t...
How severe is CVE-2003-0150?
CVE-2003-0150 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2003-0150?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Oracle Mysql.