CVE-2020-14641: Medium severity oracle mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Security: Roles). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.20 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 access to critical data or complete access to all 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: Security: Roles). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.20 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 access to critical data or complete access to all MySQL Server accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 4.9 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N).
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14641?
CVE-2020-14641 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that poses a high risk due to its ability to be exploited by high-privileged attackers with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14641?
To mitigate CVE-2020-14641, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.21 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-14641?
CVE-2020-14641 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.20 and prior.
Can CVE-2020-14641 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-14641 can be exploited remotely by attackers with network access.
What components of MySQL Server are impacted by CVE-2020-14641?
CVE-2020-14641 specifically impacts the Security Roles component of MySQL Server.