CVE-2007-1087: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Feb 23 2007(Updated: )
IBM DB2 8.x before 8.1 FixPak 15 and 9.1 before Fix Pack 2 does not properly terminate certain input strings, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code via unspecified environment variables that trigger a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Db2 | =8.0 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.0-fp13 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.0-fp14 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.0-fp8 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.0-fp9 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1-fp13 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1-fp14 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.4 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.6 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.6c | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.7 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.7b | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.8 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.8a | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.9 | |
| IBM Db2 | =8.1.9a | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.1-fp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=481
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21255747
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22677
- http://www.attrition.org/pipermail/vim/2007-August/001765.html
- http://osvdb.org/40970
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/32651
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-1087?
CVE-2007-1087 is considered critical due to its potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-1087?
To fix CVE-2007-1087, upgrade IBM DB2 to version 8.1 FixPak 15 or 9.1 Fix Pack 2 or higher.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-1087?
CVE-2007-1087 affects IBM DB2 versions 8.x prior to FixPak 15 and 9.1 prior to Fix Pack 2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-1087?
CVE-2007-1087 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2007-1087 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2007-1087 is not remotely exploitable; it requires local access to the affected system.
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