CVE-2020-2770: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Logging). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.18 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/cpuapr2020.html
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Logging). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.18 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 3.0 Base Score 4.9 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/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-2020-2770?
CVE-2020-2770 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability allowing high-privileged attackers to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2770?
To fix CVE-2020-2770, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.19 or later.
What versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-2770?
CVE-2020-2770 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.18 and earlier.
Can CVE-2020-2770 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-2770 can be exploited by attackers with network access via multiple protocols.
Who is impacted by CVE-2020-2770?
Any MySQL Server user running version 8.0.18 or earlier is at risk due to CVE-2020-2770.