CVE-2019-2592: 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: PS). 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.
External References:
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2019-5072813.html
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: PS). 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-2019-2592?
CVE-2019-2592 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that affects MySQL Server with a high impact for privileged attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2592?
To fix CVE-2019-2592, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.7.26 or later, or to version 8.0.16 or later.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-2592?
CVE-2019-2592 affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.25 and prior, and 8.0.15 and prior.
Who can exploit CVE-2019-2592?
CVE-2019-2592 can be exploited by any high privileged attacker with network access to the affected MySQL Server.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-2592?
There are no known workarounds for CVE-2019-2592, so it is recommended to apply the necessary updates.