CVE-2018-2780: 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 low 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 low 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 6.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2780?
CVE-2018-2780 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that could allow a low privileged attacker to compromise affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2780?
To fix CVE-2018-2780, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.7.22 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2018-2780?
CVE-2018-2780 affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.21 and prior.
What systems are impacted by CVE-2018-2780?
CVE-2018-2780 impacts Oracle MySQL server installations on affected versions across various operating systems including Debian and Ubuntu.
Can CVE-2018-2780 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-2780 can be exploited by an attacker with network access via multiple protocols.