7.2
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-0905: Buffer Overflow

First published: Sat Aug 31 2002(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in sqlexec for Informix SE-7.25 allows local users to gain root privileges via a long INFORMIXDIR environment variable.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server=7.25_.uc1_se
IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server=7.25_.uc2_se
IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server=7.25_.uc3_se

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0905?

    CVE-2002-0905 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0905?

    To fix CVE-2002-0905, you should limit the length of the INFORMIXDIR environment variable or apply any available patches from IBM.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2002-0905?

    CVE-2002-0905 affects local users of IBM Informix versions 7.25_.uc1_se, 7.25_.uc2_se, and 7.25_.uc3_se.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-0905?

    CVE-2002-0905 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • When was CVE-2002-0905 reported?

    CVE-2002-0905 was reported in May 2002.

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