CVE-2021-2354: Medium severity mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Federated). 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: Federated). 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 severity of CVE-2021-2354?
CVE-2021-2354 is considered an easily exploitable vulnerability impacting MySQL Server, allowing high privileged network access.
How do I fix CVE-2021-2354?
To fix CVE-2021-2354, upgrade to MySQL Server version 8.0.26 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-2354?
CVE-2021-2354 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.25 and earlier.
What type of attacks does CVE-2021-2354 allow?
CVE-2021-2354 allows high privileged attackers to compromise MySQL Server through multiple network protocols.
Is CVE-2021-2354 related to specific MySQL components?
CVE-2021-2354 is specifically related to the Federated component of the MySQL Server.