CVE-2023-38729: IBM Db2 information disclosure

Published Apr 2, 2024
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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 sensitive information disclosure when using ADMINCMD with IMPORT or EXPORT.

Other sources

IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) is vulnerable to sensitive information disclosure when using ADMINCMD with IMPORT or EXPORT.

IBM

Affected Software

18 affected components
IBM IBM® Db2®<=10.5.0.x
IBM IBM® Db2®<=11.1.4.x
IBM IBM® Db2®<=11.5.x
All of the following
Any of the following
IBM Db2 Linux=10.5
IBM Db2 Unix=10.5
IBM Db2 Windows=10.5
IBM Db2 Linux=11.1
IBM Db2 Unix=11.1
IBM Db2 Windows=11.1
IBM Db2 Linux=11.5
IBM Db2 Unix=11.5
IBM Db2 Windows=11.5
Any of the following
HP HP-UX
IBM AIX
IBM Linux On Ibm Z
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Oracle Solaris

Event History

Apr 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38729?

CVE-2023-38729 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive information disclosure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-38729?

To fix CVE-2023-38729, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for the affected versions of Db2.

3

What versions of IBM Db2 are affected by CVE-2023-38729?

CVE-2023-38729 affects IBM Db2 versions 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5, specifically when using ADMIN_CMD with IMPORT or EXPORT.

4

What type of information can be disclosed due to CVE-2023-38729?

CVE-2023-38729 can lead to sensitive information disclosure, which may include critical data stored within the database.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-38729?

Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2023-38729 besides applying the recommended patches.

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