CVE-2006-3862: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 8, 2006
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Updated

Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 9.40.TC5 through 9.40.xC7 and 10.00.TC1 through 10.00.xC3 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via the SQLIDEBUG environment variable (envariable).

Affected Software

5 affected components
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.tc5
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.xc5
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=10.0.xc1
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=10.0.tc1
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.uc5

Event History

Aug 8, 2006
CVE Published
10:04 PM
Aug 9, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3862?

CVE-2006-3862 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-3862?

To fix CVE-2006-3862, upgrade IBM Informix Dynamic Server to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability, specifically 9.40.xC8 or later, or 10.00.xC4 or later.

3

What versions of IBM Informix Dynamic Server are affected by CVE-2006-3862?

CVE-2006-3862 affects IBM Informix Dynamic Server versions 9.40.TC5 through 9.40.xC7 and 10.00.TC1 through 10.00.xC3.

4

What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2006-3862?

Exploiting CVE-2006-3862 can lead to remote code execution, allowing attackers to gain unauthorized control of the database server.

5

How does the CVE-2006-3862 vulnerability occur?

CVE-2006-3862 occurs due to a buffer overflow triggered by the SQLIDEBUG environment variable processing in IBM Informix Dynamic Server.

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