Learn about CVE-2018-2779 affecting Oracle MySQL Server versions 5.7.21 and earlier. Find out the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps for this vulnerability.
A vulnerability has been discovered in the Oracle MySQL Server, affecting versions 5.7.21 and earlier. This vulnerability allows a highly privileged attacker to compromise the server, potentially leading to a denial-of-service scenario.
Understanding CVE-2018-2779
This CVE pertains to a vulnerability in the Optimizer component of Oracle MySQL Server.
What is CVE-2018-2779?
The vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL allows a highly privileged attacker with network access to compromise the server. It is classified as an easily exploitable vulnerability.
The Impact of CVE-2018-2779
Technical Details of CVE-2018-2779
This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability allows a highly privileged attacker with network access to compromise the MySQL Server, potentially leading to a denial-of-service scenario.
Affected Systems and Versions
Exploitation Mechanism
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to address and prevent the vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
Long-Term Security Practices
Patching and Updates