CVE-2018-3278: Medium severity Oracle MySQL vulnerability
Last updated 18 August 2025
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: RBR). 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 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: Server: RBR). 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 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 severity of CVE-2018-3278?
The severity of CVE-2018-3278 is medium.
Which versions of MySQL Server are affected by CVE-2018-3278?
Versions 5.6.41 and prior, 5.7.23 and prior, and 8.0.12 and prior are affected by CVE-2018-3278.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-3278?
An attacker with network access via multiple protocols can easily exploit CVE-2018-3278.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-3278?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-3278 on the Oracle website and security advisories.
Are there any patches or remedies available for CVE-2018-3278?
Yes, patches are available for versions 5.6.42, 5.7.24, and 8.0.13 of MySQL Server.