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The MySQL Database Server 8.0 must generate audit records when unsuccessful logons or connection attempts occur.

An XCCDF Rule

Description

For completeness of forensic analysis, it is necessary to track failed attempts to log on to the Database Management System (DBMS). While positive identification may not be possible in a case of failed authentication, as much information as possible about the incident must be captured.

ID
SV-235126r961824_rule
Version
MYS8-00-003900
Severity
Medium
References
Updated

Remediation Templates

A Manual Procedure

If currently required, configure the MySQL Database Server to audit when unsuccessful logons or connections attempts occur.

See the supplemental file "MySQL80Audit.sql".