Oracle MySQL Server Thread Pooling Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in the MySQL Server product of Oracle MySQL, specifically in the Server: Thread Pooling component. This vulnerability affects MySQL versions 8.0.0 through 8.0.44, 8.4.0 through 8.4.7, and 9.0.0 through 9.5.0. The issue is easily exploitable, allowing a high-privileged attacker with network access via multiple protocols to disrupt MySQL Server operations. Successful exploitation can lead to a complete denial-of-service condition, causing the server to hang or crash frequently and repetitively.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability can cause MySQL Server to hang or crash, leading to a complete denial-of-service condition.