CVE-2019-2796: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.16 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: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.16 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-2019-2796?
CVE-2019-2796 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability allowing high privileged attackers to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2796?
To mitigate CVE-2019-2796, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.17 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-2796?
CVE-2019-2796 affects MySQL versions 8.0.16 and prior.
Can CVE-2019-2796 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-2796 can be exploited by attackers with network access through multiple protocols.
What component of MySQL is impacted by CVE-2019-2796?
CVE-2019-2796 impacts the MySQL Server component specifically related to the optimizer.