CVE-2020-2774: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Security: Privileges). 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: Security: Privileges). 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-2774?
CVE-2020-2774 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows a high privileged attacker to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2020-2774?
To fix CVE-2020-2774, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.19 or later.
Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2020-2774?
CVE-2020-2774 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.18 and prior.
Can CVE-2020-2774 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-2774 can be exploited remotely by attackers with network access.
What types of attacks can CVE-2020-2774 enable?
CVE-2020-2774 can enable attackers to compromise MySQL Server through various protocols due to privilege escalation.