CVE-2021-2196: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: DML). 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.
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: Server: DML). 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).
— MITRE
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-2196?
CVE-2021-2196 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its ease of exploitation by a privileged attacker with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2021-2196?
To fix CVE-2021-2196, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.24 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2021-2196?
CVE-2021-2196 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.23 and prior.
Who is at risk from CVE-2021-2196?
Organizations using affected versions of MySQL Server are at risk from CVE-2021-2196, particularly those that allow network access to high privileged users.
What types of systems are identified in CVE-2021-2196?
CVE-2021-2196 impacts systems running vulnerable MySQL Server installations including those integrated with various NetApp products.