CVE-2018-2576: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: DML). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.20 and prior. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high 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: DML). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.20 and prior. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows high 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 4.9 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2576?
CVE-2018-2576 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that can be exploited by a high privileged attacker.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2576?
To remediate CVE-2018-2576, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.7.21 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-2576?
CVE-2018-2576 affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.20 and earlier.
What type of access is required to exploit CVE-2018-2576?
An attacker with high privileges and network access is needed to exploit CVE-2018-2576.
What components of MySQL does CVE-2018-2576 impact?
CVE-2018-2576 impacts the MySQL Server component, specifically under Server: DML.