CVE-2024-21142: Medium severity debian/mysql-8.0 vulnerability
Last updated 31 July 2024
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Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Security: Privileges). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.37 and prior and 8.4.0 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-2024-21142?
CVE-2024-21142 is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability that allows high privileged attackers to gain unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2024-21142?
To fix CVE-2024-21142, upgrade your MySQL Server to version 8.0.39-1 or higher.
Which MySQL versions are affected by CVE-2024-21142?
CVE-2024-21142 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.37 and prior as well as 8.4.0 and prior.
What components of MySQL are impacted by CVE-2024-21142?
CVE-2024-21142 impacts the security privileges component of Oracle MySQL Server.
Is there a potential impact for users of CVE-2024-21142?
Yes, users of CVE-2024-21142 may face unauthorized data access if the vulnerability is exploited.