CVE-2024-20961

Summary

CVE-2024-20961 is a vulnerability affecting Oracle MySQL Server versions 8.0.35 and prior, as well as 8.2.0 and prior. This easily exploitable issue allows a low-privileged attacker with network access to cause a hang or frequent crashes of MySQL Server via multiple protocols. The impact of successful attacks is significant, as they can result in server downtime, making it an Availability issue. The Base Score of this vulnerability, according to the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS), is 6.5. The CVSS Vector is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H).

Prevent cyber attacks with Recorded Future by prioritizing and patching critical vulnerabilities being exploited by threat actors targeting your industry. Book your demo to learn more.