CVE-2018-2573: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: GIS). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.38 and prior and 5.7.20 and prior. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks 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/security-advisory/cpujan2018-3236628.html
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: GIS). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.38 and prior and 5.7.20 and prior. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 6.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2573?
CVE-2018-2573 has been classified as an easily exploitable low severity vulnerability in MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2573?
To mitigate CVE-2018-2573, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.6.39 or later for the 5.6 series, and to version 5.7.21 or later for the 5.7 series.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2018-2573?
The affected versions of MySQL for CVE-2018-2573 are 5.6.38 and prior, as well as 5.7.20 and prior.
Who can exploit CVE-2018-2573?
CVE-2018-2573 can be exploited by low privileged attackers with network access via multiple protocols.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2018-2573?
Yes, patches are available in MySQL Server versions 5.6.39 and 5.7.21, which address the vulnerability.