CVE-2021-35637: Medium severity oracle mysql vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: PS). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.26 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:
http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2021.html#AppendixMSQL
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: PS). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.26 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-2021-35637?
CVE-2021-35637 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow high privileged attackers to compromise MySQL Server.
How do I fix CVE-2021-35637?
To fix CVE-2021-35637, you should upgrade to MySQL Server version 8.0.27 or later.
Which versions of MySQL Server are affected by CVE-2021-35637?
CVE-2021-35637 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.26 and prior.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2021-35637?
Exploitation of CVE-2021-35637 could lead to unauthorized access and full control of the affected MySQL Server.
Who is at risk for CVE-2021-35637?
Organizations using affected versions of MySQL Server, particularly those with network access, are at risk for CVE-2021-35637.