Vulnerability Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in DBD::mysql before 4.029 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (program crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via vectors related to a lost server connection.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Dbd-Mysql Project | Dbd-Mysql | <= 4.028 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://cpansearch.perl.org/src/CAPTTOFU/DBD-mysql-4.029/ChangeLogRelease Notes
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3635Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/27/5Mailing ListVDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/27/6Mailing ListVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92149
- https://github.com/perl5-dbi/DBD-mysql/commit/a56ae87a4c1c1fead7d09c3653905841ccIssue TrackingPatch
- https://rt.cpan.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=97625Issue Tracking
- http://cpansearch.perl.org/src/CAPTTOFU/DBD-mysql-4.029/ChangeLogRelease Notes
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3635Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/27/5Mailing ListVDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/27/6Mailing ListVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92149
- https://github.com/perl5-dbi/DBD-mysql/commit/a56ae87a4c1c1fead7d09c3653905841ccIssue TrackingPatch
- https://rt.cpan.org/Public/Bug/Display.html?id=97625Issue Tracking
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-9906?
CVE-2014-9906 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Use-after-free vulnerability in DBD::mysql before 4.029 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (program crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via vectors related to a lost server connection...
How severe is CVE-2014-9906?
CVE-2014-9906 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-9906?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Debian Linux, Dbd-Mysql Project Dbd-Mysql.