CVE-2007-5664
First published: Wed Apr 16 2008(Updated: )
db2dasrrm in the DB2 Administration Server (DAS) in IBM DB2 Universal Database 9.5 before Fix Pack 1, 9.1 before Fix Pack 4a, and 8 before FixPak 16 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on files used for initialization.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =9.5 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =8 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =9.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=688
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27870
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29784
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019852
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1237/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41848
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5664?
CVE-2007-5664 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for local file overwriting through symlink attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5664?
To fix CVE-2007-5664, apply the appropriate Fix Pack updates for your version of IBM DB2 Universal Database.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-5664?
CVE-2007-5664 affects local users of IBM DB2 Universal Database versions 9.5 before Fix Pack 1, 9.1 before Fix Pack 4a, and 8 before FixPak 16.
What type of attack is demonstrated by CVE-2007-5664?
CVE-2007-5664 demonstrates a symlink attack that allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2007-5664?
Systems running IBM DB2 Universal Database versions 8.0, 9.1, and 9.5 prior to their respective fixes are vulnerable to CVE-2007-5664.
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