CVE-2020-14591: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Audit Plug-in). Supported versions that are affected are 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 ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 6.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-14591?
CVE-2020-14591 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14591?
To fix CVE-2020-14591, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.21 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-14591?
CVE-2020-14591 affects MySQL versions 8.0.20 and prior.
Who can exploit CVE-2020-14591?
CVE-2020-14591 can be exploited by low privileged attackers with network access via multiple protocols.
What components are impacted by CVE-2020-14591?
CVE-2020-14591 impacts the Server: Audit Plug-in component of MySQL Server.