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CVE-2021-2170

First published: Tue Apr 20 2021(Updated: )

Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.23 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).

Credit: secalert_us@oracle.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
redhat/mysql<8.0.24
8.0.24
Oracle MySQL>=8.0.0<=8.0.23
Fedora=32
Fedora=33
Fedora=34
NetApp Active IQ Unified Manager for VMware vSphere
NetApp Active IQ Unified Manager
NetApp OnCommand Insight
NetApp OnCommand Workflow Automation
NetApp SnapCenter

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-2170?

    CVE-2021-2170 is considered a high severity vulnerability that affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.23 and prior.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-2170?

    To fix CVE-2021-2170, upgrade MySQL Server to version 8.0.24 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2021-2170?

    CVE-2021-2170 affects users of MySQL Server, specifically those running version 8.0.23 or previous.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2021-2170?

    CVE-2021-2170 can be exploited by high privileged attackers with network access using multiple protocols.

  • Is MySQL Server the only product affected by CVE-2021-2170?

    While MySQL Server is the primary product affected by CVE-2021-2170, related NetApp products may also be impacted.

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