Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2016-0666 is a local availability issue in older MySQL and MariaDB versions. A user who already has local system access may be able to disrupt database availability through privilege-related behavior. The public record does not provide technical detail, CVSS scoring, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy servers still running the named MySQL or MariaDB versions, especially shared systems where untrusted or semi-trusted users have local access. Internet-facing database ports alone are not enough evidence for this CVE because the source describes local-user access. Prioritize remediation during routine vulnerability maintenance unless the database host allows many local users or supports critical services. Escalate if legacy MySQL or MariaDB remains on multi-tenant systems, because availability loss can still affect business operations. Mitigation focus: Inventory MySQL and MariaDB versions across servers and appliances.; Upgrade MySQL or MariaDB using Oracle, MariaDB, or distribution vendor advisories.; For MariaDB, move beyond 5.5.49, 10.0.25, or 10.1.14 as applicable..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- RHSA-2016:1132CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_REDHAT
- https://mariadb.com/kb/en/mariadb/mariadb-5549-release-notes/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://mariadb.com/kb/en/mariadb/mariadb-10114-release-notes/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://mariadb.com/kb/en/mariadb/mariadb-10025-release-notes/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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