CVE-2022-21437: Medium severity oracle mysql vulnerability
Last updated 24 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.28 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:
https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2022.html#AppendixMSQL
— Red Hat
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.28 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).
— Launchpad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2022-21437.
What is the title of the vulnerability?
The title of the vulnerability is 'Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer).'
What versions of MySQL Server are affected?
Versions 8.0.28 and prior of MySQL Server are affected.
Is the vulnerability easily exploitable?
Yes, the vulnerability is easily exploitable.
Who can exploit this vulnerability?
A high privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols can exploit this vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-21437?
The severity of CVE-2022-21437 is medium (severity value: 4.9).
How can the MySQL Server be compromised?
The MySQL Server can be compromised by a successful attacker.
Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?
Yes, the fix for this vulnerability is available in version 8.0.29 of MySQL Server.
Where can I find more information about the vulnerability?
You can find more information about the vulnerability in the references provided: [Link 1](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20220429-0005/), [Link 2](https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2022.html), [Link 3](https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuapr2022.html#AppendixMSQL).