Vulnerability Description
mysql_install_db in MySQL 4.1.x before 4.1.12 and 5.x up to 5.0.4 creates the mysql_install_db.X file with a predictable filename and insecure permissions, which allows local users to execute arbitrary SQL commands by modifying the file's contents.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mysql | Mysql | 5.0.1 |
| Oracle | Mysql | 4.0.0 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=111632686805498&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15369
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17080
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:045
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-685.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13660
- http://www.zataz.net/adviso/mysql-05172005.txt
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/bugzilla/show_bug.cgi?id=158688
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=111632686805498&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/15369
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17080
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:045
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2005-685.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/13660
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-1636?
CVE-2005-1636 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). mysql_install_db in MySQL 4.1.x before 4.1.12 and 5.x up to 5.0.4 creates the mysql_install_db.X file with a predictable filename and insecure permissions, which allows local users to execute arbitrar...
How severe is CVE-2005-1636?
CVE-2005-1636 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-1636?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mysql Mysql, Oracle Mysql.