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The vulnerability in yaSSL, as utilized in MySQL versions prior to 5.1.68 and 5.5.30, allows attackers to trigger a buffer overflow. The impact and specific attack vectors of this vulnerability are unspecified.
Overview
This CVE describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in yaSSL, a component used in MySQL versions before 5.1.68 and 5.5.30. The vulnerability has unspecified impact and attack vectors, making it a potential security risk for systems running affected versions of MySQL.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update their MySQL installations to versions 5.1.68 or 5.5.30 or later, where the buffer overflow issue has been addressed. It is crucial to keep software up to date with the latest security patches to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
References
- MySQL 5.1.68 Release Notes: http://dev.mysql.com/doc/relnotes/mysql/5.1/en/news-5-1-68.html
- Secunia Advisory 53372: http://secunia.com/advisories/53372
- Secunia Advisory 52445: http://secunia.com/advisories/52445
- MySQL 5.5.30 Release Notes: http://dev.mysql.com/doc/relnotes/mysql/5.5/en/news-5-5-30.html
- Gentoo GLSA-201308-06 Advisory: http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201308-06.xml
- Oracle Sun Security Blog: https://blogs.oracle.com/sunsecurity/entry/cve_2013_1492_buffer_overflow
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- InformationInformation
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- MiningMining
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
