GLSA 202105-27: MySQL: Multiple vulnerabilities
| Severity: | normal |
| Title: | MySQL: Multiple vulnerabilities |
| Date: | 05/26/2021 |
| Bugs: | , , , , , |
| ID: | 202105-27 |
Synopsis
Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in MySQL, the worst of which could result in the arbitrary execution of code.Background
MySQL is a popular multi-threaded, multi-user SQL server.
Affected packages
| Package | Vulnerable | Unaffected | Architecture(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| dev-db/mysql-connector-c | < 8.0.24 | >= 8.0.24 | All supported architectures |
| dev-db/mysql | < 8.0.24 | >= 5.7.34 | All supported architectures |
Description
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in MySQL. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details.
Impact
An attacker could possibly execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the process, escalate privileges, gain access to critical data or complete access to all MySQL server accessible data, or cause a Denial of Service condition.
Workaround
There is no known workaround at this time.
Resolution
All MySQL users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync
# emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=dev-db/mysql-5.7.34"
All mysql users should upgrade to the latest version:
# emerge --sync
# emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose ">=dev-db/mysql-8.0.24"
References
Availability
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Concerns?
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License
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