CVE-2018-2778: 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: Optimizer). 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: Optimizer). 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-2018-2778?
CVE-2018-2778 is categorized as an easily exploitable vulnerability that affects high privileged users with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2778?
To fix CVE-2018-2778, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 5.7.22 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2018-2778?
MySQL versions 5.7.21 and prior are affected by CVE-2018-2778.
Can CVE-2018-2778 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-2778 can be exploited by attackers with network access using multiple protocols.
Is CVE-2018-2778 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2018-2778 affects MySQL Server across multiple operating systems including Red Hat and Debian.