CVE-2019-2620: 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-2019-2620?
CVE-2019-2620 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows high privileged attackers to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2620?
To mitigate CVE-2019-2620, upgrade MySQL Server to version 8.0.16 or later.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2019-2620?
MySQL versions 8.0.15 and prior are affected by CVE-2019-2620.
Can CVE-2019-2620 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-2620 can be exploited remotely by attackers with network access.
What components of MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-2620?
CVE-2019-2620 affects the MySQL Server component specifically in the area of security privileges.