CVE-2018-3258: Improper Privilege Management in MySQL Connectors Java
Summary
CVE-2018-3258: Improper Privilege Management in MySQL Connectors Java. Affects mysql:mysql-connector-java versions < 8.0.13. Fixed in 8.0.13. How to fix ↓
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Background
MySQL Connectors is a component of Oracle MySQL that provides Java-based connectivity to MySQL databases. It allows applications written in Java to interact with MySQL databases by providing a set of APIs and drivers. The MySQL Connector/J is the official JDBC driver for MySQL. It enables Java applications to connect to MySQL databases and perform various database operations. However, versions 8.0.12 and prior of MySQL Connectors Java are vulnerable to an improper privilege management issue.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability in MySQL Connectors Java allows a low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise the MySQL Connectors component. This vulnerability is easily exploitable and can lead to a complete takeover of MySQL Connectors. The impact of a successful attack includes confidentiality, integrity, and availability breaches. The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
8.0.13
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Conclusion
The vulnerability in MySQL Connectors Java (CVE-2018-3258) allows a low privileged attacker to compromise the component, potentially leading to a complete takeover. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to upgrade to version 8.0.13 or later of the MySQL Connector/J library. For further assistance and support in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
MySQL Connectors Java is a component of Oracle MySQL that provides Java-based connectivity to MySQL databases. It allows Java applications to interact with MySQL databases by providing APIs and drivers.
The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker to compromise MySQL Connectors Java, potentially leading to a complete takeover of the component. This can result in confidentiality, integrity, and availability breaches.
To fix this vulnerability, you should upgrade to version 8.0.13 or later of the MySQL Connector/J library in your Java application.
No, there is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to the patched version of the MySQL Connector/J library.
The CVSS 3.0 Base Score for this vulnerability is 8.8, indicating a high severity level.
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