CVE-2024-20975: Medium severity ORACLE MySQL vulnerability

Published Jan 16, 2024
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Updated

Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Optimizer). Supported versions that are affected are 8.2.0 and prior. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low 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 6.5 (Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).

Affected Software

2 affected components
ORACLE MySQL>=8.1.0<=8.2.0
NetApp OnCommand Insight

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade MySQL Server (Oracle MySQL) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8.2.0 and prior

Event History

Jan 16, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:41 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-20975?

CVE-2024-20975 has been classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that poses a significant risk to MySQL Server.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-20975?

To fix CVE-2024-20975, it's recommended to upgrade MySQL Server to version 8.2.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-20975?

CVE-2024-20975 affects Oracle MySQL Server versions 8.2.0 and prior, as well as components of NetApp OnCommand Insight.

4

Can a low privileged attacker exploit CVE-2024-20975?

Yes, CVE-2024-20975 allows a low privileged attacker with network access to potentially compromise MySQL Server.

5

What are the components involved in CVE-2024-20975?

CVE-2024-20975 specifically involves the MySQL Server product, particularly the Optimizer component.

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