CVE-2018-2590: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Performance Schema). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.38 and prior and 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: Performance Schema). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.38 and prior and 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2590?
CVE-2018-2590 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows a high privileged attacker to exploit the MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2590?
To mitigate CVE-2018-2590, upgrade to MySQL version 5.6.39 or 5.7.21 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2018-2590?
CVE-2018-2590 affects MySQL Server versions 5.6.38 and earlier, and 5.7.20 and earlier.
Can CVE-2018-2590 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-2590 can be exploited by attackers with network access to the vulnerable MySQL Server.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2018-2590?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2018-2590, so upgrading is necessary for protection.