Security
Security
Multiple vulnerabilities were found in MySQL, some of which may allow execution of arbitrary code.
| Package | dev-db/mysql on all architectures |
|---|---|
| Affected versions | < 5.1.56 |
| Unaffected versions | >= 5.1.56 |
MySQL is a popular open-source multi-threaded, multi-user SQL database server.
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in MySQL. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.
An unauthenticated remote attacker may be able to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the MySQL process, cause a Denial of Service condition, bypass security restrictions, uninstall arbitrary MySQL plugins, or conduct Man-in-the-Middle and Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
There is no known workaround at this time.
All MySQL users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=dev-db/mysql-5.1.56"
NOTE: This is a legacy GLSA. Updates for all affected architectures are available since May 14, 2011. It is likely that your system is already no longer affected by this issue.