CVE-2018-2586: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
Other sources
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
Affected Software
Remediation
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2586?
CVE-2018-2586 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability with high severity.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2586?
To fix CVE-2018-2586, upgrade to MySQL Server version 5.7.21 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2018-2586?
MySQL Server versions 5.7.20 and earlier are affected by CVE-2018-2586.
Can a low privileged user exploit CVE-2018-2586?
No, CVE-2018-2586 requires a high privileged attacker to exploit the vulnerability.
What component of MySQL is impacted by CVE-2018-2586?
CVE-2018-2586 impacts the MySQL Server component specifically within the Server: DML subcomponent.