CVE-2021-2301: Low severity Oracle MySQL vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Information Schema). 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 read access to a subset of MySQL Server accessible data.
External References:
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2021.html#AppendixMSQL
Other sources
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Information Schema). 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 read access to a subset of MySQL Server accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 2.7 (Confidentiality impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N).
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Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
redhat/mysqlto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.0.24
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-2301?
CVE-2021-2301 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by high privileged attackers with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2021-2301?
To remediate CVE-2021-2301, upgrade MySQL Server to version 8.0.24 or later.
Which versions of MySQL Server are affected by CVE-2021-2301?
CVE-2021-2301 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.23 and prior.
Can CVE-2021-2301 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-2301 can be easily exploited by attackers with network access through multiple protocols.
What components of MySQL Server are impacted by CVE-2021-2301?
CVE-2021-2301 impacts the Information Schema component within the MySQL Server product.