CVE-2019-2811: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Privileges). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.16 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: Security: Privileges). 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-2019-2811?
The severity of CVE-2019-2811 is medium.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2019-2811?
The affected software versions of CVE-2019-2811 are 8.0.16 and prior.
How can a high privileged attacker exploit CVE-2019-2811?
A high privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols can exploit CVE-2019-2811.
What is the recommended fix for CVE-2019-2811?
The recommended fix for CVE-2019-2811 is to upgrade to version 8.0.17 of MySQL Server.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-2811?
You can find more information about CVE-2019-2811 at the following references: [Oracle Security Advisory](http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2019-5072835.html), [Red Hat Security Advisory 1](https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2484), [Red Hat Security Advisory 2](https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2511).