CVE-2018-1977: Input Validation
First published: Fri Dec 14 2018(Updated: )
IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows 11.1 (includes DB2 Connect Server) contains a denial of service vulnerability. A remote, authenticated DB2 user could exploit this vulnerability by issuing a specially-crafted SELECT statement with TRUNCATE function. IBM X-Force ID: 154032.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Db2 | =11.1 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1977?
CVE-2018-1977 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1977?
To fix CVE-2018-1977, it's recommended to apply the latest patches provided by IBM for DB2 version 11.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-1977?
CVE-2018-1977 affects remote, authenticated users of IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows 11.1.
What is the exploit mechanism for CVE-2018-1977?
The vulnerability can be exploited by issuing a specially-crafted SELECT statement incorporating the TRUNCATE function.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-1977?
Currently, there are no documented workarounds available for mitigating CVE-2018-1977.
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