CVE-2018-2573 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability has been identified in Oracle MySQL Server, affecting versions 5.6.38 and earlier, as well as 5.7.20 and earlier. This vulnerability in the GIS subcomponent can be exploited by a low privileged attacker with network access, potentially leading to a denial of service (DOS) condition.

Understanding CVE-2018-2573

This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL, impacting versions 5.6.38 and prior, and 5.7.20 and prior.

What is CVE-2018-2573?

The vulnerability allows a low privileged attacker with network access to compromise MySQL Server, potentially causing it to hang or crash, resulting in a denial of service situation.

The Impact of CVE-2018-2573

Exploiting this vulnerability successfully can lead to unauthorized actions that may cause the server to hang or crash repeatedly, impacting availability.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-2573

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in the GIS subcomponent of MySQL Server allows unauthorized users to compromise the server, potentially leading to a denial of service.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected versions: 5.6.38 and prior, 5.7.20 and prior

Exploitation Mechanism

Low privileged attacker with network access can exploit the vulnerability
Successful attacks can lead to a denial of service condition

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-2573 is crucial to maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply patches and updates provided by Oracle
Monitor network traffic for any suspicious activity
Restrict network access to vulnerable systems

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update MySQL Server to the latest version
Implement network segmentation to limit access to critical systems

Patching and Updates

Oracle has released patches to address this vulnerability
Regularly check for updates and apply them promptly