CVE-2019-2566: Medium severity ORACLE MySQL vulnerability
Last updated 25 August 2025
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Audit Plug-in). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.25 and prior and 8.0.15 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-2019-2566?
CVE-2019-2566 is considered to have a high severity due to its ability to be easily exploited by a high privileged attacker.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2019-2566?
CVE-2019-2566 affects MySQL versions 5.7.25 and earlier, and 8.0.15 and earlier.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2566?
To fix CVE-2019-2566, users should upgrade to MySQL versions 5.7.26 or higher and 8.0.16 or higher.
Can CVE-2019-2566 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-2566 allows for exploitation by attackers with network access.
What component of MySQL is impacted by CVE-2019-2566?
CVE-2019-2566 impacts the Audit Plug-in component of the MySQL Server.