CVE-2020-14888: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer). 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: Server: Optimizer). 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-14888?
CVE-2020-14888 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows a high privileged attacker to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2020-14888?
To fix CVE-2020-14888, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.22 or later.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2020-14888?
CVE-2020-14888 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.21 and prior.
Who is at risk for CVE-2020-14888?
High privileged attackers with network access via multiple protocols are at risk of exploiting CVE-2020-14888.
What component of MySQL is impacted by CVE-2020-14888?
CVE-2020-14888 impacts the Server: Optimizer component of Oracle MySQL.