CVE-2020-14829: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.21 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 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: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.21 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 ability to cause a hang or frequently repeatable crash (complete DOS) of MySQL Server. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 4.9 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).
— MITRE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14829?
CVE-2020-14829 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by privileged attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14829?
To fix CVE-2020-14829, upgrade MySQL Server to version 8.0.22 or later.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-14829?
CVE-2020-14829 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.21 and prior.
Can CVE-2020-14829 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-14829 can be exploited remotely by a high privileged attacker with network access.
Is CVE-2020-14829 related to InnoDB?
Yes, CVE-2020-14829 is a vulnerability specifically within the InnoDB component of MySQL Server.