7.2
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0197: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Apr 08 2003(Updated: )

Buffer overflow gds_lock_mgr of Interbase Database 6.x allows local users to gain privileges via a long ISC_LOCK_ENV environment variable (INTERBASE_LOCK).

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
FirebirdSQL=1.0.2
InterBase=6.5
InterBase=6.4
InterBase=6.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0197?

    CVE-2003-0197 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0197?

    To fix CVE-2003-0197, users should update to a patched version of Interbase Database that addresses the buffer overflow issue.

  • What are the affected versions for CVE-2003-0197?

    CVE-2003-0197 affects Interbase Database versions 6.0, 6.4, and 6.5 as well as Firebird version 1.0.2.

  • Who is impacted by CVE-2003-0197?

    Local users of the affected versions of Interbase Database and Firebird are impacted by CVE-2003-0197.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-0197?

    CVE-2003-0197 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can compromise the security of a database system.

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