CVE-2023-27868: IBM Db2 code execution

Published Jul 7, 2023
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Updated

IBM Db2 JDBC Driver could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by an unchecked class instantiation when providing plugin classes. By sending a specially crafted request using the named pluginClassName class, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system.

Other sources

IBM Db2 JDBC Driver for Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by an unchecked class instantiation when providing plugin classes. By sending a specially crafted request using the named pluginClassName class, an attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code on the system. IBM X-Force ID: 249516.

Affected Software

11 affected components
IBM IBM® Db2®<=10.5.0.11
IBM IBM® Db2®<=11.1.4.7
IBM IBM® Db2®<=11.5.x
IBM DB2=10.5.0.11
IBM DB2=11.1.4.7
IBM DB2=11.5
HP HP-UX
IBM AIX
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris

Event History

Jul 7, 2023
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via IBM·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jul 8, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:46 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:46 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jul 10, 2023
Data Sourced
04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-27868?

CVE-2023-27868 is a vulnerability in the IBM Db2 JDBC Driver that could allow a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system.

2

How does CVE-2023-27868 affect IBM Db2?

CVE-2023-27868 affects IBM Db2 versions 10.5.0.11, 11.1.4.7, and 11.5.x.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2023-27868?

The severity of CVE-2023-27868 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

4

How can a remote authenticated attacker exploit CVE-2023-27868?

A remote authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2023-27868 by sending a specially crafted request using the named plugin classes.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2023-27868?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2023-27868 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/249516), [Reference 2](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7010029), [Reference 3](https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20230803-0006/)

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