CVE-2020-14860: Low severity Oracle MySQL vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Security: Roles). 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 update, insert or delete access to some of MySQL Server accessible data.
External References:
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2020.html#AppendixMSQL
Other sources
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Security: Roles). 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 update, insert or delete access to some of MySQL Server accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 2.7 (Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N).
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
redhat/mysqlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.0.22
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14860?
CVE-2020-14860 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that poses a high risk due to its implications for MySQL Server security.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14860?
To fix CVE-2020-14860, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.22 or later.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-14860?
CVE-2020-14860 affects MySQL versions 8.0.21 and prior.
Can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-14860 remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-14860 allows a high privileged attacker with network access to compromise MySQL Server.
What components of MySQL are impacted by CVE-2020-14860?
CVE-2020-14860 specifically impacts the Server security roles component within MySQL.