cve 2024 20977

About this tag
The tag cve 2024 20977 covers a specific security vulnerability in MySQL Server, disclosed in Oracle's January 2024 Critical Patch Update. This flaw resides in the MySQL Server optimizer component and can be exploited by a low-privileged, network-accessible attacker to cause a denial-of-service condition, such as hanging or repeatedly crashing the server process. Discussions on WindowsForum.com focus on understanding the vulnerability, its impact on MySQL instances, and the importance of applying the official patch to mitigate the DoS risk. The tag is relevant for database administrators, IT security professionals, and anyone managing MySQL deployments who needs to address this specific CVE.
  1. MySQL CVE-2024-20977: Patch the optimizer DoS vulnerability now

    Oracle’s January 2024 security advisory revealed a stability flaw in the MySQL Server optimizer that can be triggered remotely by a low‑privilege, network‑accessible account to hang or repeatedly crash the server process, producing a reliable denial‑of‑service (DoS) condition for affected MySQL...