CWE
399
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-3068

First published: Mon Jun 19 2006(Updated: )

IBM DB2 Universal Database (UDB) before 8.2 FixPak 12 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by sending "incorrect information ... regarding the package name/creator," which leads to a "memory overwrite."

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM DB2 Universal Database=8.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-3068?

    CVE-2006-3068 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial of service via application crashes.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-3068?

    To fix CVE-2006-3068, upgrade to IBM DB2 Universal Database version 8.2 FixPak 12 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2006-3068?

    CVE-2006-3068 affects IBM DB2 Universal Database version 8.1 running on AIX.

  • Can CVE-2006-3068 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2006-3068 can be exploited remotely by sending crafted requests to the database.

  • What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2006-3068?

    Exploiting CVE-2006-3068 can lead to application crashes and service interruptions.

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