CVE-2019-2755: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Replication). 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/cpujul2019-5072835.html
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Replication). 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-2019-2755?
CVE-2019-2755 is considered easily exploitable and can be attacked by high privileged users with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2755?
To fix CVE-2019-2755, upgrade MySQL Server to version 5.7.26 or 8.0.16 or later.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-2755?
CVE-2019-2755 affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.25 and prior, as well as 8.0.15 and prior.
Can CVE-2019-2755 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-2755 can be exploited remotely by an attacker with high privileges.
Is there a specific version recommended to mitigate CVE-2019-2755?
Upgrading to MySQL version 5.7.26 or 8.0.16 is recommended to mitigate CVE-2019-2755.