CVE-2021-2160: Medium severity mysql vulnerability

Published Apr 22, 2021
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Updated

Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.30 and prior and 8.0.17 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).

Affected Software

7 affected components
Oracle MySQL>=5.7.0<=5.7.30
Oracle MySQL>=8.0<=8.0.17
NetApp Active Iq Unified Manager Vmware Vsphere
NetApp Active Iq Unified Manager Windows
NetApp OnCommand Insight
NetApp OnCommand Workflow Automation
NetApp Snapcenter

Event History

Apr 22, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:53 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-2160?

CVE-2021-2160 has been classified as critical due to its potential for exploitation by a high privileged attacker.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-2160?

To remediate CVE-2021-2160, upgrade MySQL Server to versions 5.7.31 or later, and 8.0.18 or later.

3

Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2021-2160?

CVE-2021-2160 affects MySQL versions 5.7.30 and prior, as well as 8.0.17 and prior.

4

Can CVE-2021-2160 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2021-2160 can be easily exploited remotely by attackers with network access.

5

What component of MySQL Server is affected by CVE-2021-2160?

CVE-2021-2160 specifically affects the Optimizer component of MySQL Server.

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