Title: MySQL Crafted COM_TABLE_DUMP Request Arbitrary Memory Disclosure
Info
Disclosure
May 02, 2006
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
May 02, 2006
Solution
Unknown
Description
MySQL contains a flaw that may lead to an unauthorized information disclosure. The issue is triggered when a malicious client sends a specially crafted invalid login or COM_TABLE_DUMP packets, which will disclose arbitrary memory in error messages resulting in a loss of confidentiality.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified,
Vendor Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 4.1.19, 5.0.21, 5.1.10 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.