Remote Code Execution in MySQL Shell for VS Code

Executive Summary

This vulnerability exists in the MySQL Shell product of Oracle MySQL, specifically in the Shell for VS Code component. It affects version 2026.2.0+9.6.1 and allows a low privileged attacker with network access via HTTP to compromise the MySQL Shell.

The vulnerability is easily exploitable and can lead to a complete takeover of the MySQL Shell. Although the vulnerability is in the MySQL Shell, successful attacks may also impact additional products due to a scope change.

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Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can have severe impacts including full compromise of the MySQL Shell, which can lead to loss of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.

• An attacker with low privileges and network access can take over the MySQL Shell.
• The compromise may extend beyond MySQL Shell to other products due to scope change.
• The CVSS score of 9.9 indicates critical severity affecting confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

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