CVE-2016-8318: Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Encryption). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6...

Description

Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Encryption). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.34 and earlier and 5.7.16 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in MySQL Server, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server. CVSS v3.0 Base Score 6.8 (Availability impacts).

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.35%

67.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Oracle	Mysql	>= 5.6.0, <= 5.6.34
Oracle	Mysql	>= 5.7.0, <= 5.7.16

References

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2017-2881727.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95580Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037640Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-17Third Party Advisory
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2017-2881727.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95580Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037640Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201702-17Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 27, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-8318?

Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Encryption). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.34 and earlier and 5.7.16 and earlier. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks require human interaction from a person other than the attacker and while the vulnerability is in MySQL Server, attacks may significantly impact additional products. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server. CVSS v3.0 Base Score 6.8 (Availability impacts).

How severe is CVE-2016-8318?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8318 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-8318?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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