CVE-2008-6821: Buffer Overflow
Buffer overflow in the DAS server in IBM DB2 8 before FP17, 9.1 before FP5, and 9.5 before FP2 might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-3676 and CVE-2008-3853.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-6821?
CVE-2008-6821 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution or application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6821?
To fix CVE-2008-6821, upgrade IBM DB2 to a version that includes the relevant patches, specifically versions after FP17 for DB2 8 or FP5 for DB2 9.1 and FP2 for DB2 9.5.
Which versions of IBM DB2 are affected by CVE-2008-6821?
CVE-2008-6821 affects IBM DB2 8 before FP17, 9.1 before FP5, and 9.5 before FP2.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2008-6821?
CVE-2008-6821 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service through a buffer overflow.
Is CVE-2008-6821 linked to any other vulnerabilities?
CVE-2008-6821 is a separate vulnerability and is different from CVE-2007-3676 and CVE-2008-3853.