7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0836: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Oct 08 2003(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in IBM DB2 Universal Data Base 7.2 before Fixpak 10 and 10a, and 8.1 before Fixpak 2, allows attackers with "Connect" privileges to execute arbitrary code via a LOAD command.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM DB2 Universal Database=8.1
IBM DB2 Universal Database=7.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0836?

    CVE-2003-0836 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0836?

    To mitigate CVE-2003-0836, users should upgrade to IBM DB2 Universal Database Version 8.1 Fixpak 2 or Version 7.2 Fixpak 10 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2003-0836?

    CVE-2003-0836 affects users of IBM DB2 Universal Database 7.2 prior to Fixpak 10 and 8.1 prior to Fixpak 2.

  • What types of attacks can result from CVE-2003-0836?

    CVE-2003-0836 can allow attackers with Connect privileges to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data loss.

  • Is CVE-2003-0836 still relevant for current systems?

    While CVE-2003-0836 is an older vulnerability, its relevance depends on the continued use of the affected DB2 versions in legacy systems.

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