CVE-2020-14848: 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-2020-14848?
CVE-2020-14848 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ease of exploitation and potential impact.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14848?
To fix CVE-2020-14848, upgrade MySQL Server to version 8.0.22 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2020-14848?
CVE-2020-14848 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.21 and prior.
Who is impacted by CVE-2020-14848?
High privileged attackers with network access can exploit CVE-2020-14848 to compromise affected MySQL Server instances.
What component is involved in CVE-2020-14848?
The vulnerability in CVE-2020-14848 resides in the InnoDB component of the MySQL Server product.