CVE-2006-5664: Medium severity IBM Informix Client SDK vulnerability

Published Nov 3, 2006
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Updated

The installation script in IBM Informix Dynamic Server 10.00, Informix Client Software Development Kit (CSDK) 2.90, and Informix I-Connect 2.90 allows local users to "compromise security" via a symlink attack on temporary files.

Affected Software

3 affected components
IBM Informix Client SDK=2.90
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=10.00
IBM Informix I-Connect=2.90

Event History

Nov 3, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:07 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-5664?

CVE-2006-5664 has a moderate severity level due to potential local user exploitation via a symlink attack.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-5664?

To fix CVE-2006-5664, ensure that the installation script does not allow symlink attacks on temporary files.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2006-5664?

CVE-2006-5664 affects IBM Informix Dynamic Server 10.00, Informix Client SDK 2.90, and Informix I-Connect 2.90.

4

Is CVE-2006-5664 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2006-5664 is not remotely exploitable as it requires local user access.

5

What types of attacks does CVE-2006-5664 allow?

CVE-2006-5664 allows local users to compromise security through symlink attacks on temporary files.

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