CVE-2020-4345: SQL Injection

Published May 15, 2020
·
Updated

IBM i 7.2, 7.3, and 7.4 users running complex SQL statements under a specific set of circumstances may allow a local user to obtain sensitive information that they should not have access to. IBM X-Force ID: 178318.

Other sources

IBM i users running complex SQL statements under a specific set of circumstances may allow a local user to obtain sensitive information that they should not have access to.

IBM

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM i=7.2
IBM i=7.3
IBM i=7.4
IBM i<=7.4
IBM i<=7.3
IBM i<=7.2

Event History

May 15, 2020
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
May 17, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-4345?

CVE-2020-4345 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to access sensitive information improperly.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-4345?

To mitigate CVE-2020-4345, users should apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for affected versions of the i operating system.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-4345?

CVE-2020-4345 affects IBM i 7.2, 7.3, and 7.4 systems where complex SQL statements are executed in certain circumstances.

4

What kind of information can be accessed due to CVE-2020-4345?

CVE-2020-4345 may allow local users to obtain sensitive information that they normally do not have access to.

5

Is CVE-2020-4345 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2020-4345 is a local vulnerability that requires authenticated access to the affected systems.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2026 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203