CVE-2018-2784: 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 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: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.39 and prior and 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-2784?
CVE-2018-2784 is considered to be an easily exploitable vulnerability that affects MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2018-2784?
To fix CVE-2018-2784, upgrade MySQL to version 5.6.40 or 5.7.22 or the corresponding patched version of MariaDB.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-2784?
CVE-2018-2784 affects MySQL versions 5.6.39 and earlier, and 5.7.21 and earlier.
Who is at risk from CVE-2018-2784?
Low privileged attackers with network access via several protocols could exploit CVE-2018-2784.
What components are involved in CVE-2018-2784?
CVE-2018-2784 involves a vulnerability in the MySQL Server component, specifically within InnoDB.