CVE-2019-2808: 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 CVE-2019-2808?
CVE-2019-2808 refers to a vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL that allows a high privileged attacker with network access to compromise MySQL Server.
Which versions of Oracle MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-2808?
Oracle MySQL versions 8.0.16 and prior are affected by CVE-2019-2808.
How severe is CVE-2019-2808?
CVE-2019-2808 has a severity rating of 4.9, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2019-2808?
To fix CVE-2019-2808, upgrade to version 8.0.17 or later of Oracle MySQL.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-2808?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-2808 at the following references: [Oracle Security Advisory](http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2019-5072835.html), [Red Hat Security Advisory RHSA-2019:2484](https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2484), [Red Hat Security Advisory RHSA-2019:2511](https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2511).