QID 650069

Date Published: 2024-03-28

QID 650069: EOL/Obsolete Software: MySQL 5.6.x Detected

MySQL version 5.6 is detected on the host.

Product Support for MySQL 5.6 ended in February 2021. No further bug fixes, enhancements, security updates or technical support will be available for this release.

QID Detection Logic:(Auth and Un-Auth)
This QID flags vulnerable installations based on the version reported by the MySQL service.

The system is at high risk of being exposed to security vulnerabilities. Since the vendor no longer provides updates, obsolete software is more vulnerable to viruses and other attacks.

CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.8 severity.

CVSS V2 rated as Critical - 9 severity.

Solution

Customers are advised to update to the latest supported version of MySQL.

Vendor References

Oracle Lifetime Support Policy for Technology Products Guide - www.oracle.com/us/support/library/lifetime-support-technology-069183.pdf

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