CVE-2019-2681: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Optimizer). 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: Optimizer). 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-2019-2681?
CVE-2019-2681 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that poses a significant risk to MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2681?
To fix CVE-2019-2681, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.16 or later.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-2681?
CVE-2019-2681 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.15 and earlier.
Who can exploit CVE-2019-2681?
CVE-2019-2681 can be exploited by a highly privileged attacker with network access.
What component of MySQL is vulnerable in CVE-2019-2681?
CVE-2019-2681 is a vulnerability in the Optimizer component of MySQL Server.