CVE-2020-4976
First published: Thu Mar 11 2021(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 read and write specific files due to weak file permissions. IBM X-Force ID: 192469.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Db2 | >=11.1.0.0<11.1.4.6 | |
| IBM Db2 | >=11.5<11.5.5.0 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp10 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp2 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp3 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp3a | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp4 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp6 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp7 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp8 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp9 | |
| IBM Db2 | =9.7-fp9a | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1-fp1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1-fp2 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1-fp3 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1-fp3a | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1-fp4 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.1-fp5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp1 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp2 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp3 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp3a | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp4 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp5 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp6 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp7 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp8 | |
| IBM Db2 | =10.5-fp9 | |
| Linux Kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| NetApp OnCommand Insight |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4976?
CVE-2020-4976 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to weak file permissions allowing unauthorized access.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4976?
To fix CVE-2020-4976, you should review and amend the file permissions to ensure that sensitive files are not accessible to unauthorized local users.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-4976?
CVE-2020-4976 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 systems are impacted by CVE-2020-4976?
CVE-2020-4976 impacts IBM DB2 installations running on Linux, UNIX, and Windows platforms.
Can remote users exploit CVE-2020-4976?
No, CVE-2020-4976 can only be exploited by local users due to its nature related to file permissions.
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