CVE-2020-14559: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Information Schema). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.48 and prior, 5.7.30 and prior and 8.0.20 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 read access to a subset of MySQL Server accessible data.
External References:
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2020.html#AppendixMSQL
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Information Schema). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.48 and prior, 5.7.30 and prior and 8.0.20 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 read access to a subset of MySQL Server accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 4.3 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14559?
CVE-2020-14559 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability with a low privilege requirement for attackers.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2020-14559?
CVE-2020-14559 affects MySQL Server versions 5.6.48 and prior, 5.7.30 and prior, and 8.0.20 and prior.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14559?
To fix CVE-2020-14559, update your MySQL to version 5.6.49, 5.7.31, or 8.0.21.
Can CVE-2020-14559 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-14559 can be exploited remotely by attackers with low privileges.
What components of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-14559?
CVE-2020-14559 specifically affects the Server: Information Schema component of MySQL.