Local File Load Vulnerability in MySQL Module for Node.js
CVE-2019-14939

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Mysql Project

Status
Mysql
Vendor
CVE Published:
12 August 2019

What is CVE-2019-14939?

A vulnerability exists in the MySQL module (mysqljs) version 2.17.1 for Node.js, where the LOAD DATA LOCAL INFILE option is enabled by default. This security misconfiguration allows unauthorized local file access, potentially leading to the exposure of sensitive information. Developers using this module should review their configurations and consider disabling this option to mitigate possible security risks.

References

https://github.com/mysqljs/mysql/issues/2257
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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