REDHAT-BUG-2359964: Medium severity Oracle MySQL Server vulnerability
Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: DDL). Supported versions that are affected are 8.0.0-8.0.41, 8.4.0-8.4.4 and 9.0.0-9.2.0. 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).
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Compensating control
Mitigate potential MySQL Server denial-of-service by restricting network access to the MySQL port/protocols so only required clients can reach MySQL Server.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2359964?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2359964 is considered high due to its potential for exploitation by a high privileged attacker.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2359964?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2359964, upgrade to a patched version of MySQL Server that is not affected, specifically versions above 8.0.41, 8.4.4, or 9.2.0.
What versions of MySQL Server are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2359964?
REDHAT-BUG-2359964 affects MySQL Server versions 8.0.0 to 8.0.41, 8.4.0 to 8.4.4, and 9.0.0 to 9.2.0.
Who is at risk from the REDHAT-BUG-2359964 vulnerability?
High privileged attackers with network access via multiple protocols are at risk of exploiting the REDHAT-BUG-2359964 vulnerability.
What component of MySQL Server does REDHAT-BUG-2359964 affect?
REDHAT-BUG-2359964 affects the Server: DDL component of the MySQL Server product.