CVE-2020-4387: Race Condition
First published: Tue Jun 30 2020(Updated: )
IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes DB2 Connect Server) 9.7, 10.1, 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 could allow a local user to obtain sensitive information using a race condition of a symbolic link. IBM X-Force ID: 179269.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =9.7.0.0 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =10.1.0.0 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =10.5.0.0 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =11.1.0.0 | |
| IBM DB2 Universal Database | =11.5.0.0 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows Operating System |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4387?
CVE-2020-4387 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4387?
To fix CVE-2020-4387, upgrade to a patched version of IBM DB2 that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-4387?
CVE-2020-4387 affects local users of IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows versions 9.7, 10.1, 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-4387?
CVE-2020-4387 is a local information disclosure vulnerability caused by a race condition with symbolic links.
What could result from CVE-2020-4387?
Exploitation of CVE-2020-4387 could allow a local user to access sensitive information from the affected system.
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