CVE-2018-2769: Medium severity oracle mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Pluggable Auth). Supported versions that are affected are 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: Server: Pluggable Auth). Supported versions that are affected are 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).
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2769?
CVE-2018-2769 is considered easily exploitable and allows high privileged attackers to exploit vulnerable MySQL Server instances.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2769?
To fix CVE-2018-2769, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 5.7.22 or later.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2018-2769?
CVE-2018-2769 affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.21 and prior.
What components of MySQL are impacted by CVE-2018-2769?
CVE-2018-2769 impacts the Server: Pluggable Auth component of MySQL Server.
Is CVE-2018-2769 relevant for all operating systems?
CVE-2018-2769 is relevant for any affected version of MySQL Server regardless of the operating system.