CVE-2026-101768
mysql-connector-java: MySQL Connector/J: Unauthenticated remote takeover
Severity
ImportantRed Hat Product Security
CVSS 3.1
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Published · October 21, 2026
Updated · November 4, 2026
Description
A flaw was found in MySQL Connector/J. An unauthenticated remote attacker with network access via Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) could exploit this vulnerability to compromise the host application process. A successful attack allows the attacker to take over the application process, potentially leading to unauthorized data modification, sensitive information disclosure, or service disruption.
Statement
This vulnerability is rated as Important due to the severe potential impact, where a remote attacker could achieve complete compromise of the underlying application environment despite high attack complexity. Red Hat Enterprise Linux packages are not affected by this issue, as the supported releases of mysql-connector-java do not contain the vulnerable upstream code.
CVSS score applicability
The CVSS score(s) listed for this vulnerability do not reflect the associated product's status, and are included for informational purposes to better understand the severity of this vulnerability.
Mitigation
No mitigation is specified in collected source.
CVSS / CWE
CVSS 3.1 · 8.1CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CWE-94 · Improper Control of Generation of Code