CVE-2019-2507: 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: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.42 and prior, 5.7.24 and prior and 8.0.13 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/cpujan2019-5072801.html
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.42 and prior, 5.7.24 and prior and 8.0.13 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).
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-2507?
The severity of CVE-2019-2507 is medium with a severity value of 4.9.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-2507?
MySQL versions 5.6.42 and prior, 5.7.24 and prior, and 8.0.13 and prior are affected by CVE-2019-2507.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2019-2507?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2019-2507 by leveraging high privileges and network access via multiple protocols.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2019-2507?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2019-2507 is available in MySQL versions 5.6.43, 5.7.25, and 8.0.14.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-2507?
More information about CVE-2019-2507 can be found on the Oracle website and Red Hat Bugzilla.