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CVE-2003-0780

HighPublished

Buffer overflow in get_salt_from_password from sql_acl.cc for MySQL 4.0.14 and earlier, and 3.23.x, allows attackers with ALTER TABLE privileges to execute...

Published: Sep 12, 2003
Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Sep 10, 2003

Primary CVSS

9.0/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

78.4%

High · next 30 days

Percentile: 99.6%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Buffer overflow in get_salt_from_password from sql_acl.cc for MySQL 4.0.14 and earlier, and 3.23.x, allows attackers with ALTER TABLE privileges to execute arbitrary code via a long Password field.

Sources

MySQL 3.23.x/4.0.x - Remote Buffer OverflowExploit
bkbll · linux · Sep 14, 2003
MySQL 3.23.x/4.0.x - Password Handler Buffer OverflowExploit
Frank DENIS · linux · Sep 10, 2003

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