What is the severity of CVE-2004-2490?

CVE-2004-2490 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2490?

To fix CVE-2004-2490, update your IBM Informix Dynamic Server to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

What software versions are affected by CVE-2004-2490?

CVE-2004-2490 affects IBM Informix Dynamic Server 9.40.xC1, 9.40.xC2, and Informix Extended Parallel Server 8.40_uc1 and 8.40_uc2.

What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2004-2490?

CVE-2004-2490 allows local users to exploit a buffer overflow vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.

Is CVE-2004-2490 related to environment variables?

Yes, CVE-2004-2490 involves a buffer overflow triggered by a long GL_PATH environment variable.

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CVE-2004-2490

medium

4.6

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 119

31/12/2004

25/10/2005

8/8/2024

CVE-2004-2490: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 9.40.xC1 and 9.40.xC2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long GL_PATH environment variable.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
IBM Informix Dynamic Server	=9.40.uc2
Ibm Informix Extended Parallel Server	=8.40_uc1
IBM Informix Dynamic Server	=9.40.uc1
Ibm Informix Extended Parallel Server	=8.40_uc2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2490?
To fix CVE-2004-2490, update your IBM Informix Dynamic Server to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 affects IBM Informix Dynamic Server 9.40.xC1, 9.40.xC2, and Informix Extended Parallel Server 8.40_uc1 and 8.40_uc2.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 allows local users to exploit a buffer overflow vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2004-2490 related to environment variables?
Yes, CVE-2004-2490 involves a buffer overflow triggered by a long GL_PATH environment variable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2490?
To fix CVE-2004-2490, update your IBM Informix Dynamic Server to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 affects IBM Informix Dynamic Server 9.40.xC1, 9.40.xC2, and Informix Extended Parallel Server 8.40_uc1 and 8.40_uc2.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 allows local users to exploit a buffer overflow vulnerability to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2004-2490 related to environment variables?
Yes, CVE-2004-2490 involves a buffer overflow triggered by a long GL_PATH environment variable.