CVE-2004-1372: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 01 2004(Updated: )
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in IBM DB2 7.x and 8.1 allow local users to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long third argument to the rec2xml function or (2) a long filename argument to the generate_distfile procedure.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =8.1 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =7.1 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =7.0 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =7.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.ngssoftware.com/advisories/db223122004K.txt
- http://www.ngssoftware.com/advisories/db223122004L.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/11089
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110382730431065&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110382462924162&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18682
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18663
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1372?
CVE-2004-1372 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1372?
To fix CVE-2004-1372, update IBM DB2 to the latest patched version that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerabilities.
What are the affected versions in CVE-2004-1372?
CVE-2004-1372 affects IBM DB2 versions 7.x and 8.1, specifically on Linux and AIX platforms.
Who can exploit CVE-2004-1372?
Local users with access to IBM DB2 can exploit CVE-2004-1372 to execute arbitrary code.
What functions are involved in CVE-2004-1372 vulnerability?
CVE-2004-1372 involves buffer overflows in the rec2xml function and the generate_distfile procedure in IBM DB2.
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