CVE-2002-1374

CVE-2002-1374 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Mysql with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 20% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

The COM_CHANGE_USER command in MySQL 3.x before 3.23.54, and 4.x before 4.0.6, allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a brute force attack using a one-character password, which causes MySQL to only compare the provided password against the first character of the real password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1374?
The COM_CHANGE_USER command in MySQL 3.x before 3.23.54, and 4.x before 4.0.6, allows remote attackers to gain privileges via a brute force attack using a one-character password, which causes MySQL to only compare the provided password against the first character of the real password.
How severe is CVE-2002-1374?
CVE-2002-1374 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2002-1374 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 20% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1374?
CVE-2002-1374 primarily affects Oracle Mysql. In total, 62 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1374?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2002-1374 published?
CVE-2002-1374 was published on 2002-12-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (62)

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