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CVE-2026-60179 Oracle Corporation CVE debrief

A high-severity vulnerability was found in MySQL Connectors, specifically in the Connector/C++ component. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.4 and can allow an unauthenticated attacker with network access to compromise MySQL Connectors, potentially leading to unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data. This issue is difficult to exploit and requires multiple protocols for network access. The CVSS 3.1 Base Score is 7.4, indicating a high severity level with Confidentiality and Integrity impacts. The CVSS Vector is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N). Organizations should review their deployments and consider applying patches or updates to mitigate the risk.

Vendor
Oracle Corporation
Product
MySQL Connectors
CVSS
HIGH 7.4
CISA KEV
Not listed in stored evidence
Original CVE published
2026-07-21
Original CVE updated
2026-08-06
Advisory published
2026-07-21
Advisory updated
2026-08-06

Who should care

Organizations using MySQL Connectors, particularly versions 9.7.0-9.7.1, should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary actions to mitigate the risk. This includes reviewing their current deployments, identifying potential exposure, and implementing compensating controls if necessary. The vulnerability's high severity and potential impact on data confidentiality and integrity make it essential for organizations to prioritize patching or mitigating this issue.

Technical summary

The vulnerability in MySQL Connectors (CVE-2026-60179) is a difficult-to-exploit issue that allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access via multiple protocols to compromise MySQL Connectors. Successful attacks can result in unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification access to critical data or all MySQL Connectors accessible data, as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all MySQL Connectors accessible data. The CVSS 3.1 Base Score is 7.4, indicating a high severity level with Confidentiality and Integrity impacts. The CVSS Vector is (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N).

Defensive priority

High priority should be given to patching or mitigating this vulnerability, as it can lead to significant data compromise if exploited.

Recommended defensive actions

  • Apply the latest patches or updates for MySQL Connectors to version 9.7.0-9.7.1
  • Implement network access controls to limit access to MySQL Connectors
  • Monitor MySQL Connectors for suspicious activity
  • Consider compensating controls, such as Web Application Firewalls (WAFs), to detect and prevent exploitation attempts
  • Review and update asset inventory to ensure all MySQL Connectors are accounted for
  • Track exceptions and retest remediated assets to ensure vulnerability is fully resolved
  • Perform regular security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-07-21T22:17:18.847Z and was last modified on 2026-07-25T05:16:35.957Z. The NVD entry is currently Awaiting Analysis. Oracle has provided a security alert for this vulnerability (reference: https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2026.html).

Sources and references

Verified primary and authoritative sources

  • CVE-2026-60179 CVE Program record

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-60179

    CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.

  • CVE-2026-60179 NVD vulnerability detail

    Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified

    URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-60179

    NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.

Supplemental references

Methodology and review provenance

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