CVE-2021-2012: Medium severity ibm infosphere guardium z/os vulnerability
An unspecified vulnerability in Oracle MySQL Server related to the Server: Security: Privileges component could allow an authenticated attacker to cause a denial of service resulting in a high availability impact using unknown attack vectors.
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Security: Privileges). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.20 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-2021-2012?
CVE-2021-2012 has a high severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2021-2012?
Fixing CVE-2021-2012 involves updating your Oracle MySQL Server to a patched version.
Which software is affected by CVE-2021-2012?
CVE-2021-2012 affects Oracle MySQL Server versions between 8.0.0 and 8.0.20, as well as IBM InfoSphere Guardium and certain NetApp products.
Can I exploit CVE-2021-2012 remotely?
CVE-2021-2012 requires authentication, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely without valid access.
What impact does CVE-2021-2012 have on systems?
The impact of CVE-2021-2012 can lead to high availability issues due to a denial of service.