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Unauthenticated User MySQL Issues

Unauthenticated User MySQL Issues

I just had to fix a tricky issue with one of my mysql boxes.  I'm posting a diagnosis below.  If you don't live & breathe MySQL DB admin every day, probably better to move on now. The issue is characterized by several 'unauthenticated' mysql users attempting to connect to the box on version 5.0.77.  Here's a screenshot of mytop: Here is the same diagnostic information in text form Read the article >>
The Hot Seat

The Hot Seat

As a startup CTO, one of the most challenging parts of my job is being on call.  As the teams technology lead, I am responsible for all aspects of our technology, and that covers DevOps. When the site is experiencing abnormally high load, and you get paged, it's time to jump into the fray.  Into the hot seat.  Where every second counts.  I often chat with DevOps engineers at meetups, each has Read the article >>