CVE-2018-2600: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Optimizer). 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: Optimizer). 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-2018-2600?
CVE-2018-2600 is considered a high severity vulnerability that allows attackers with network access to compromise the MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2600?
To fix CVE-2018-2600, upgrade your MySQL server to version 5.7.21 or later.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2018-2600?
CVE-2018-2600 affects MySQL versions 5.7.20 and earlier.
Can CVE-2018-2600 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-2600 is easily exploitable by high privileged attackers with network access.
What component of MySQL is impacted by CVE-2018-2600?
CVE-2018-2600 impacts the MySQL Server component, specifically the Server: Optimizer subcomponent.