CVE-2006-3853: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Aug 08 2006(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) before 9.40.TC7 and 10.00 before 10.00.TC3, when running on Windows, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long username.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =9.4 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =9.40.tc5 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =9.40.uc1 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =9.40.uc2 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =9.40.uc3 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =9.40.uc5 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =9.40.xc7 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =10.0 | |
| IBM Informix Dynamic Database Server | =10.0.xc3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21242921
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19264
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21301
- http://www.databasesecurity.com/informix/DatabaseHackersHandbook-AttackingInformix.pdf
- http://www.osvdb.org/27685
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3077
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28122
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443149/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443133/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3853?
CVE-2006-3853 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3853?
To mitigate CVE-2006-3853, upgrade IBM Informix Dynamic Server to version 9.40.TC7 or 10.00.TC3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-3853?
CVE-2006-3853 affects users of IBM Informix Dynamic Server versions prior to 9.40.TC7 and 10.00.TC3, specifically on Windows.
What causes CVE-2006-3853?
CVE-2006-3853 is caused by a buffer overflow vulnerability related to handling long usernames.
Can CVE-2006-3853 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-3853 can be exploited by remote attackers without authentication.
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