👉 The MySQL Weapon is a sophisticated, open-source SQL injection tool that exploits vulnerabilities in MySQL databases to execute arbitrary commands, potentially gaining unauthorized access or control over the database. Developed by a group of security researchers with ties to the Shadow Brokers, it targets specific versions of MySQL, including MySQL 5.7 and later, by injecting malicious SQL code through seemingly benign input fields like login forms or search boxes. Once executed, the tool can bypass authentication, extract sensitive data (e.g., passwords, financial records), or even alter database structures, making it a critical threat to database security. Its existence underscores the importance of regular patching, input validation, and using secure MySQL configurations to mitigate such risks.
