CVE-2021-2441: Medium severity oracle mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer). 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: Optimizer). 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-2021-2441?
CVE-2021-2441 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation by highly privileged attackers with network access.
How do I fix CVE-2021-2441?
To fix CVE-2021-2441, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.26 or later.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-2441?
CVE-2021-2441 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.25 and prior.
Can CVE-2021-2441 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-2441 can be easily exploited by an attacker with network access.
Is there any specific software impacted by CVE-2021-2441?
Yes, the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL, specifically versions 8.0.25 and prior, is impacted by CVE-2021-2441.