CVE-2019-3011: Medium severity Oracle MySQL vulnerability
Last updated 25 August 2025
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: C API). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.17 and prior. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low 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: Server: C API). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.17 and prior. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low 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 6.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-3011?
CVE-2019-3011 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that can be compromised by a low privileged attacker.
How do I fix CVE-2019-3011?
To fix CVE-2019-3011, upgrade to MySQL version 8.0.18 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2019-3011?
MySQL versions 8.0.17 and prior are affected by CVE-2019-3011.
What components of MySQL are impacted by CVE-2019-3011?
CVE-2019-3011 impacts the MySQL Server component, specifically the Server: C API.
Can CVE-2019-3011 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-3011 can be exploited by attackers with network access via multiple protocols.