CVE-2019-4016: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 11, 2019
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Updated

IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes DB2 Connect Server) 9.7, 10.1, 10.5, and 11.1 is vulnerable to a buffer overflow, which could allow an authenticated local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system as root. IBM X-ForceID: 155894.

Affected Software

16 affected components
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM DB2=9.7
IBM DB2=10.1
IBM DB2=10.5
IBM DB2=11.1
Linux Linux kernel
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM DB2=9.7
IBM DB2=10.1
IBM DB2=10.5
IBM DB2=11.1
Microsoft Windows
IBM DB2=9.7
IBM DB2=10.1
IBM DB2=10.5
IBM DB2=11.1
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Mar 11, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-4016?

CVE-2019-4016 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow authenticated local attackers to execute arbitrary code on the system.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-4016?

To fix CVE-2019-4016, update IBM DB2 to the latest version provided by IBM, which contains the necessary security patches.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-4016?

CVE-2019-4016 affects users running IBM DB2 versions 9.7, 10.1, 10.5, and 11.1 on Linux, UNIX, and Windows.

4

What type of attack can CVE-2019-4016 facilitate?

CVE-2019-4016 can facilitate a local buffer overflow attack, allowing unauthorized execution of code at the root level.

5

Is remote exploitation possible with CVE-2019-4016?

No, CVE-2019-4016 requires authenticated local access for exploitation, meaning remote attacks are not feasible.

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