CVE-2019-2968: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.17 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/cpuoct2019-5072832.html
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.17 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-2019-2968?
CVE-2019-2968 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that can be compromised by a high-privileged attacker.
How do I fix CVE-2019-2968?
To fix CVE-2019-2968, update your MySQL Server to version 8.0.18 or later.
Which MySQL Server versions are affected by CVE-2019-2968?
CVE-2019-2968 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.17 and prior.
Is CVE-2019-2968 remotely exploitable?
Yes, CVE-2019-2968 can be exploited remotely by an attacker with network access.
What components of MySQL are impacted by CVE-2019-2968?
The vulnerability specifically impacts the InnoDB component of Oracle MySQL.