CVE-2018-3156: 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 5.6.41 and prior, 5.7.23 and prior and 8.0.12 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/cpuoct2018-4428296.html
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.41 and prior, 5.7.23 and prior and 8.0.12 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 CVE-2018-3156?
CVE-2018-3156 is a vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL that allows a low privileged attacker with network access to compromise the system.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2018-3156?
The affected versions of MySQL are 5.6.41 and prior, 5.7.23 and prior, and 8.0.12 and prior.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3156?
The severity of CVE-2018-3156 is classified as medium, with a severity value of 6.5.
How can I fix CVE-2018-3156 in MySQL?
To fix CVE-2018-3156 in MySQL, you should update to version 5.6.42 for MySQL 5.6, version 5.7.24 for MySQL 5.7, or version 8.0.13 for MySQL 8.0.
Are there any additional references for CVE-2018-3156?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2018-3156 at the following references: [oracle.com](https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2018-4428296.html#AppendixMSQL), [security-tracker.debian.org](https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2018-3156), [oracle.com](http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2018-4428296.html).