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Cloud SQL users are used to authenticate into Cloud SQL databases.

Cloud SQL is used to store and serve sensitive and application-critical data. Breach of a cloud SQL database can lead to exfiltration of highly sensitive data, or interruption of mission-critical applications.

cloudsql.​users.​delete

Users with this privilege can delete database users within a Cloud SQL instance.

Risks

1. Account destruction (CRITICAL)

Scope: CRITICAL

This privilege may grant access to sensitive data from a significant fraction of organizational functions, allow interruption of critical organizational services, or its exploit could lead to significant privilege escalation.

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