CVE-2012-0712
First published: Tue Mar 20 2012(Updated: )
The XML feature in IBM DB2 9.5 before FP9, 9.7 through FP5, and 9.8 through FP4 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) by calling the XMLPARSE function with a crafted string expression.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Db2 | =9.5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp2 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp2a | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp3 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp3a | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp3b | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp4 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp4a | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp6 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp6a | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp7 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.5-fp8 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp2 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp3 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp3a | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp4 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.8 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.8-fp3 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.8-fp4 |
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Reference Links
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IC81379
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IC81380
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IC81837
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21588098
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/73496
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14450
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0712?
CVE-2012-0712 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0712?
To fix CVE-2012-0712, upgrade to IBM DB2 version 9.5 FP9, 9.7 FP6, or 9.8 FP5 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-0712?
CVE-2012-0712 affects remote authenticated users using vulnerable versions of IBM DB2.
What happens if CVE-2012-0712 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2012-0712 can result in an infinite loop, leading to a denial of service.
When was CVE-2012-0712 published?
CVE-2012-0712 was published in January 2012.
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