CVE-2006-3862: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Aug 08 2006(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).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Informix | =9.40.tc5 | |
| IBM Informix | =9.40.xc5 | |
| IBM Informix | =10.0.xc1 | |
| IBM Informix | =10.0.tc1 | |
| IBM Informix | =9.40.uc5 |
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Reference Links
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21242921
- http://www.databasesecurity.com/informix/DatabaseHackersHandbook-AttackingInformix.pdf
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19264
- http://www.osvdb.org/27694
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3077
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21301
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28158
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443165/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443133/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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