CVE-2014-4260: Unspecified vulnerability in the MySQL Server component in Oracle MySQL 5.5.37 and earlier, and 5.6.17 and...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2014-4260 is an Oracle MySQL Server flaw in older 5.5 and 5.6 releases. A remote user with valid database credentials could affect data integrity and service availability. Public details are sparse, so urgency depends on whether vulnerable MySQL instances are still present and reachable by untrusted or lower-privileged users. Exposure is most likely in legacy MySQL 5.5 or 5.6 deployments, including packaged or embedded copies referenced by Linux and VMware advisories. Systems are higher concern when database accounts are available to tenants, applications, contractors, or other less-trusted users. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless vulnerable MySQL instances remain reachable by untrusted users. Because the flaw can affect integrity and availability, prioritize internet-adjacent, shared, or business-critical databases first. Mitigation focus: Inventory MySQL Server versions and locate 5.5.37, 5.6.17, or earlier.; Apply Oracle CPU July 2014 or later vendor-supported MySQL updates.; Review Debian, SUSE, and VMware advisories for packaged or embedded MySQL exposure..

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Jun 14, 2026, 07:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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