CVE-2006-4227

CVE-2006-4227 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mysql with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 12% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

MySQL before 5.0.25 and 5.1 before 5.1.12 evaluates arguments of suid routines in the security context of the routine's definer instead of the routine's caller, which allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges through a routine that has been made available using GRANT EXECUTE.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4227?
MySQL before 5.0.25 and 5.1 before 5.1.12 evaluates arguments of suid routines in the security context of the routine's definer instead of the routine's caller, which allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges through a routine that has been made available using GRANT EXECUTE.
How severe is CVE-2006-4227?
CVE-2006-4227 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-4227 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 12% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4227?
CVE-2006-4227 primarily affects Mysql. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4227?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-4227 published?
CVE-2006-4227 was published on 2006-08-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

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