CVE-2019-2589: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Privileges). Supported versions that are affected are 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.
External References:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2019-5072813.html
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Privileges). Supported versions that are affected are 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-2019-2589?
CVE-2019-2589 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows a high-privileged attacker to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2589?
To fix CVE-2019-2589, upgrade MySQL Server to version 8.0.16 or later.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2019-2589?
CVE-2019-2589 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.15 and prior.
What type of access is required to exploit CVE-2019-2589?
Exploitation of CVE-2019-2589 requires network access, which can be achieved via multiple protocols.
Who is at risk for CVE-2019-2589?
Organizations using affected versions of MySQL Server are at risk if they have high-privileged users with network access.