CVE-2019-2957: Vulnerability in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL (component: Server: Security: Encryption).

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2019-2957 is a denial-of-service flaw in Oracle MySQL Server's encryption-related security component. An attacker already holding high privileges and network access could make affected MySQL servers hang or crash repeatedly, disrupting database availability without evidence of data theft or alteration. Exposure is most relevant where MySQL Server 8.0.17 or earlier remains deployed and reachable by highly privileged users or services over the network. Systems using vendor-packaged MySQL from Ubuntu, Fedora, NetApp, or Oracle channels should be checked against those advisories. Treat this as a scheduled but real availability-risk patching item, not an emergency based on current evidence. Prioritize internet-reachable, business-critical, or weakly segmented MySQL deployments because repeated database crashes can interrupt dependent applications. Mitigation focus: Upgrade MySQL Server beyond affected 8.0.17 and prior versions per Oracle guidance.; Apply relevant OS or appliance vendor updates from Ubuntu, Fedora, NetApp, or Oracle channels.; Restrict MySQL network access to trusted hosts and administrative paths only..

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Jun 6, 2026, 12:50 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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