CVE-2018-2591: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server : Partition). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.38 and prior and 5.7.19 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
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server : Partition). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.38 and prior and 5.7.19 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-2018-2591?
CVE-2018-2591 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows high privileged attackers with network access to compromise MySQL Server.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2018-2591?
CVE-2018-2591 affects MySQL Server versions 5.6.38 and prior as well as 5.7.19 and prior.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2591?
To mitigate CVE-2018-2591, upgrade to MySQL version 5.6.39 or 5.7.20 and above.
What component of MySQL is affected by CVE-2018-2591?
CVE-2018-2591 affects the MySQL Server component specifically in the Server: Partition subcomponent.
Can CVE-2018-2591 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-2591 can be exploited remotely by attackers with high privileges who have network access.