CVE-2012-0553

CVE-2012-0553 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Mysql with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in yaSSL, as used in MySQL 5.1.x before 5.1.68 and 5.5.x before 5.5.28, has unspecified impact and attack vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1492.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0553?
Buffer overflow in yaSSL, as used in MySQL 5.1.x before 5.1.68 and 5.5.x before 5.5.28, has unspecified impact and attack vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-1492.
How severe is CVE-2012-0553?
CVE-2012-0553 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-0553 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-0553?
CVE-2012-0553 primarily affects Oracle Mysql. In total, 105 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0553?
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-2012-0553 published?
CVE-2012-0553 was published on 2013-03-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (105)

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