MySQL2: Auth Plugin Downgrade to mysql_clear_password Leaks Plaintext Credentials
High-risk advisory
Summary
MySQL2: Auth Plugin Downgrade to mysql_clear_password Leaks Plaintext Credentials
Why it matters
GitHub has published a reviewed security advisory for mysql2. Prioritize it with other application dependency updates.
Operator check
Check whether mysql2 is present in application dependency manifests, lockfiles, or build images. Review the GitHub advisory and upgrade to a patched version where available. CVSS score: 8.2.
Sources
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