CVE-2021-2180: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.33 and prior and 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.
External References:
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2021.html#AppendixMSQL
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: InnoDB). Supported versions that are affected are 5.7.33 and prior and 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-2180?
CVE-2021-2180 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability that can allow high privileged attackers to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2021-2180?
To fix CVE-2021-2180, upgrade to MySQL versions 5.7.34 or 8.0.24, or use MariaDB version 10.2.38.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2021-2180?
CVE-2021-2180 affects MySQL Server versions 5.7.33 and prior and 8.0.23 and prior.
Can CVE-2021-2180 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-2180 allows for exploitation by attackers with network access through multiple protocols.
Is CVE-2021-2180 specific to MySQL?
Yes, CVE-2021-2180 specifically affects the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL.