CVE-2019-4447
First published: Wed Aug 21 2019(Updated: )
IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load for LUW 6.1, 6.1.0.1, 6.1.0.1 IF1, 6.1.0.2, 6.1.0.2 IF1, and 6.1.0.1 IF2 db2hpum_debug is a setuid root binary which trusts the PATH environment variable. A low privileged user can execute arbitrary commands as root by altering the PATH variable to point to a user controlled location. When a crash is induced the trojan gdb command is executed. IBM X-Force ID: 163488.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load | =6.1 | |
| IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load | =6.1.0.1 | |
| IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load | =6.1.0.1-if1 | |
| IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load | =6.1.0.1-if2 | |
| IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load | =6.1.0.2 | |
| IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load | =6.1.0.2-if1 | |
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-4447?
The severity of CVE-2019-4447 is high, with a severity value of 7.8.
What is the affected software for CVE-2019-4447?
The affected software for CVE-2019-4447 is IBM DB2 High Performance Unload load versions 6.1, 6.1.0.1, 6.1.0.1 IF1, 6.1.0.2, 6.1.0.2 IF1, and 6.1.0.1 IF2.
How can a low privileged user exploit CVE-2019-4447?
A low privileged user can exploit CVE-2019-4447 by altering the PATH variable to execute arbitrary commands as root.
Is Linux Linux kernel vulnerable to CVE-2019-4447?
No, Linux Linux kernel is not vulnerable to CVE-2019-4447.
Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2019-4447?
No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2019-4447.
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