CVE-2020-14765: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: FTS). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.49 and prior, 5.7.31 and prior and 8.0.21 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:
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2020.html#AppendixMSQL
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: FTS). Supported versions that are affected are 5.6.49 and prior, 5.7.31 and prior and 8.0.21 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14765?
CVE-2020-14765 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by low privileged attackers.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-14765?
CVE-2020-14765 affects MySQL versions 5.6.49 and prior, 5.7.31 and prior, and 8.0.21 and prior.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14765?
To fix CVE-2020-14765, upgrade to MySQL version 5.6.50, 5.7.32, or 8.0.22.
Are MariaDB versions affected by CVE-2020-14765?
Yes, MariaDB versions up to 10.5.7 may also be impacted as they share some components with MySQL.
What kind of access is required to exploit CVE-2020-14765?
CVE-2020-14765 can be exploited by attackers with low privileges and network access via multiple protocols.