CVE-2018-3073: Medium severity oracle mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.11 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-2018-3073?
CVE-2018-3073 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that affects low privileged attackers with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2018-3073?
To mitigate CVE-2018-3073, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.12 or later.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2018-3073?
CVE-2018-3073 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.11 and prior.
Can CVE-2018-3073 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-3073 allows remote exploitation due to its nature of requiring low privileged access.
What components of MySQL are impacted by CVE-2018-3073?
CVE-2018-3073 impacts the MySQL Server component, specifically the optimizer subcomponent.