CVE-2019-2811: Vulnerability in the MySQL Server component of Oracle MySQL (subcomponent: Server: Security: Privileges).

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2019-2811 is a MySQL Server availability flaw. A user who already has high privileges and network access to MySQL can cause the server to hang or repeatedly crash. The sources do not describe data theft or privilege escalation, but outages could affect applications depending on vulnerable MySQL instances. Exposure is most relevant where MySQL Server 8.0.16 or earlier remains deployed and high-privileged database accounts can connect over the network. Internet exposure increases operational risk, but the privilege requirement limits attacker reach. Prioritize remediation for production MySQL systems that support important applications, especially where privileged database access is broadly distributed. The business risk is service outage rather than confirmed data compromise. Mitigation focus: Identify MySQL Server instances at version 8.0.16 or prior.; Apply Oracle July 2019 CPU guidance or later vendor-supported MySQL updates.; Use Red Hat errata where MySQL is consumed through Red Hat packages..

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Jun 6, 2026, 20:22 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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