CVE-2021-2352: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: DDL). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.25 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.
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http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2021.html#AppendixMSQL
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: DDL). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.25 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 vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2021-2352.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is 'Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: DDL).'
Which software is affected by this vulnerability?
The software affected by this vulnerability includes Oracle MySQL (versions 8.0.25 and prior), NetApp OnCommand Insight, and Fedora Project Fedora (versions 33 and 34).
What is the severity of CVE-2021-2352?
The severity of CVE-2021-2352 is medium with a severity value of 4.9.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker with high privileges and network access via multiple protocols can exploit this vulnerability to compromise MySQL Server.
How can I fix CVE-2021-2352?
To fix CVE-2021-2352, update your MySQL Server to version 8.0.26 or later.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability at the following references: [Reference 1](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/6OO2Q5PIFURXLLKCIJE6XF6VL4LLMNO5/), [Reference 2](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/OPJAGVMRKODR4QIXQSVEM4BLRZUM7P3R/), [Reference 3](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20210723-0001/).