Buffer Overflow in MySQL Client Library Affects Multiple Versions

CVE-2002-1376

Summary

The libmysqlclient library in MySQL versions 3.x through 3.23.54 and 4.x through 4.0.6 is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability. This issue occurs due to inadequate validation of length fields in specific read routines, namely read_rows and read_one_row. An attacker could exploit this flaw to create conditions leading to denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code on the affected system. It’s crucial for users to evaluate their installations and apply relevant updates or mitigations provided by the vendor.

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