CVE-2018-3173: 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 5.7.23 and prior and 8.0.12 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/cpuoct2018-4428296.html
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.23 and prior and 8.0.12 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2018-3173.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3173?
The severity of CVE-2018-3173 is medium with a severity value of 4.9.
Which versions of MySQL Server are affected by CVE-2018-3173?
The affected versions of MySQL Server are 5.7.23 and prior, and 8.0.12 and prior.
How can this vulnerability be exploited?
This vulnerability can be exploited by a high privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Server.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-3173?
More information about CVE-2018-3173 can be found at the following links: [Oracle Security Advisory](http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2018-4428296.html), [SecurityFocus](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105594), [SecurityTracker](http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041888)