CVE-2020-4204: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Feb 18 2020(Updated: )
IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes DB2 Connect Server) 9.7, 10.1, 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 is vulnerable to a buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking which could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system with root privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 174960.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Db2 | =9.7 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =11.1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =11.5 | |
| IBM AIX | ||
| Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4204?
CVE-2020-4204 has a high severity due to its potential for local attackers to execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4204?
To fix CVE-2020-4204, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for the affected DB2 versions.
Which versions of IBM DB2 are affected by CVE-2020-4204?
CVE-2020-4204 affects IBM DB2 versions 9.7, 10.1, 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5.
Can CVE-2020-4204 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2020-4204 can only be exploited by local attackers with access to the system.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2020-4204?
The exploitation of CVE-2020-4204 could lead to unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code on the affected system.
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