CVE-2023-29256: IBM Db2 information disclosure

Published Jul 7, 2023
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Updated

IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 is vulnerable to an information disclosure due to improper privilege management when certain federation features are used. IBM X-Force ID: 252046.

Other sources

IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) is vulnerable to an information disclosure due to improper privilege management when certain federation features are used.

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
12:00 AM
Jul 9, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Jul 10, 2023
Data Sourced
04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2023-29256.

2

Which IBM products are affected by this vulnerability?

IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) versions 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 are affected by this vulnerability.

3

What is the severity rating of CVE-2023-29256?

CVE-2023-29256 has a severity rating of 6.5 (Medium).

4

How does this vulnerability occur?

This vulnerability occurs due to improper privilege management when certain federation features are used in IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows.

5

How can I fix this vulnerability?

To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches and updates provided by IBM.

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