Vulnerability identifier: #VU17025

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2019-2529

CWE-ID: CWE-264

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
MySQL Server
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: Oracle

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote authenticated attacker to cause DoS condition.

The weakness exists in MySQL Protocol due to unspecified flaw. A remote attacker can cause the service to crash.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

MySQL Server: 8.0.13, 5.6.0 - 5.6.42, 5.7.0 - 5.7.24

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External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2019-5072801.html#AppendixEM

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.