CVE-2018-2766: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.39 and prior and 5.7.21 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/cpuapr2018-3678067.html
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.39 and prior and 5.7.21 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 are the affected versions for CVE-2018-2766?
The affected versions for CVE-2018-2766 are MySQL Server versions 5.6.39 and prior, and 5.7.21 and prior.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2766?
CVE-2018-2766 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows high privileged attackers to access MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2766?
To fix CVE-2018-2766, upgrade to MySQL versions 5.6.40 or 5.7.22 or the latest available versions.
Who can exploit CVE-2018-2766?
CVE-2018-2766 can be exploited by high privileged attackers with network access via multiple protocols.
What components are involved in CVE-2018-2766?
CVE-2018-2766 involves a vulnerability in the InnoDB component of the MySQL Server.