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CVE-2012-5613 describes a privilege escalation vulnerability in MySQL 5.5.19 and MariaDB 5.5.28a (and possibly other versions) where users with the FILE privilege can create files as the MySQL administrator. This occurs when the FILE privilege is assigned to users who should not have administrative rights, allowing them to write files to arbitrary locations on the server, potentially leading to privilege escalation or code execution. The vendor disputes this as a vulnerability, asserting it is a result of insecure configuration contrary to installation recommendations.
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This repository contains a single Metasploit exploit module targeting a file privilege misconfiguration in Oracle MySQL running on Microsoft Windows (prior to Vista). The exploit leverages the ability to write arbitrary files via MySQL's DUMPFILE functionality, uploading a malicious Windows executable and a MOF (Managed Object Format) file to the System32 and wbem/mof directories, respectively. The MOF file triggers Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) to execute the payload as SYSTEM, granting the attacker full control. The module requires valid MySQL credentials and only works if the MySQL service has sufficient privileges. The exploit is operational and allows for customizable payloads, typically resulting in a reverse shell or Meterpreter session. The main attack vector is network-based, exploiting MySQL's remote access. The code is written in Ruby and is structured as a standard Metasploit module.
This repository contains a single Metasploit module (modules/exploits/windows/mysql/mysql_start_up.rb) that exploits a misconfiguration in MySQL on Windows systems. The exploit abuses the FILE privilege to write a malicious executable payload to the All Users Start Up folder, ensuring the payload is executed on the next user login. The attacker must have valid MySQL credentials with FILE privilege. The module is operational and allows for customizable payloads (such as reverse shells) to be delivered and executed. The main attack vector is network-based, targeting MySQL services accessible over the network. The only fingerprintable endpoint is the Windows Start Up folder path, which is configurable but defaults to '/programdata/microsoft/windows/start menu/programs/startup/'. The exploit targets Oracle MySQL on Windows and is associated with CVE-2012-5613.
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