CVE-2020-4420
First published: Wed Jul 01 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 an unauthenticated attacker to cause a denial of service due a hang in the execution of a terminate command. IBM X-Force ID: 180076.
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-2020-4420?
CVE-2020-4420 is considered a high severity vulnerability as it allows an unauthenticated attacker to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4420?
To fix CVE-2020-4420, update IBM DB2 to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability, as specified in IBM's security announcements.
Which IBM DB2 versions are affected by CVE-2020-4420?
CVE-2020-4420 affects IBM DB2 versions 9.7, 10.1, 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5.
What kind of attack does CVE-2020-4420 facilitate?
CVE-2020-4420 facilitates a denial of service attack due to a hang in the execution of a terminate command.
Is CVE-2020-4420 relevant for both Linux and Windows operating systems?
Yes, CVE-2020-4420 is relevant for IBM DB2 running on both Linux and Windows operating systems.
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