CVE-2015-4861: Low severity oracle linux vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle MySQL Server 5.5.45 and earlier, and 5.6.26 and earlier, allows remote authenticated users to affect availability via unknown vectors related to Server : InnoDB.
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server : InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.5.45 and earlier and 5.6.26 and earlier. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows successful authenticated network attacks via multiple protocols. Successful attack of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server.
External References:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpuoct2015-2367953.html#AppendixMSQL
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4861?
CVE-2015-4861 has a moderate severity rating as it allows remote authenticated users to affect the availability of the Oracle MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4861?
To fix CVE-2015-4861, upgrade to MySQL version 5.5.46 or 5.6.27 or higher.
Which versions of Oracle MySQL are affected by CVE-2015-4861?
CVE-2015-4861 affects Oracle MySQL Server versions 5.5.45 and earlier, and 5.6.26 and earlier.
What components of Oracle MySQL does CVE-2015-4861 impact?
CVE-2015-4861 impacts the InnoDB component of the Oracle MySQL Server.
Can CVE-2015-4861 be exploited by unauthenticated users?
CVE-2015-4861 can only be exploited by remote authenticated users.