CVE-2026-60179: High severity Oracle MySQL Connectors vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Connectors product of Oracle MySQL (component: Connector/C++). Supported versions that are affected are 9.7.0-9.7.1. Difficult to exploit vulnerability allows unauthenticated attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Connectors. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all MySQL Connectors accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all MySQL Connectors accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 7.4 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade to a fixed release to a version that resolves this vulnerability.
Fixed in 9.7.0-9.7.1 - Compensating control
Restrict network access to MySQL Connectors to reduce exposure, since the vulnerability can be exploited remotely over multiple protocols by an unauthenticated attacker with network access.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-60179?
CVE-2026-60179 has a high severity rating of 7.4.
How do I fix CVE-2026-60179?
To fix CVE-2026-60179, upgrade Oracle MySQL Connectors from versions 9.7.0-9.7.1 to a patched version.
What product is affected by CVE-2026-60179?
CVE-2026-60179 affects the MySQL Connectors product of Oracle MySQL, specifically Connector/C++.
Who can exploit CVE-2026-60179?
An unauthenticated attacker with network access via multiple protocols can exploit CVE-2026-60179.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-60179?
Successful exploitation of CVE-2026-60179 can lead to a compromise of MySQL Connectors, allowing access to sensitive information.