CVE-2008-0727: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 18, 2008
·
Updated

Multiple buffer overflows in oninit.exe in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 7.x through 11.x allow (1) remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long password and (2) remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via a long DBPATH value.

Affected Software

17 affected components
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=7.3
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=7.31.xd8
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=7.31.xd9
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.3
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.4
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.tc5
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.uc1
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.uc2
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.uc3
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.uc5
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40.xd8
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=9.40_xc7
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=10.0
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=10.0.xc3
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=10.0.xc4
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=10.00.xc7w1
IBM Informix Dynamic Server=11.10.xc2

Event History

Mar 18, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0727?

CVE-2008-0727 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-0727?

To fix CVE-2008-0727, upgrade IBM Informix Dynamic Server to a version that is not vulnerable, as listed in the vendor's security advisories.

3

What versions of IBM Informix Dynamic Server are affected by CVE-2008-0727?

CVE-2008-0727 affects IBM Informix Dynamic Server versions 7.x through 11.x.

4

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2008-0727?

CVE-2008-0727 allows attackers to exploit buffer overflows via a long password or a long DBPATH value.

5

Are both remote and authenticated users vulnerable in CVE-2008-0727?

Yes, both remote attackers and authenticated users can exploit CVE-2008-0727 if they provide overly long input values.

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