CVE-2023-40687: IBM Db2 denial of service
First published: Mon Dec 04 2023(Updated: )
IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 is vulnerable to denial of service with a specially crafted RUNSTATS command on an 8TB table. IBM X-Force ID: 264809.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| Any of | ||
| Ibm Db2 | <=10.5.0.11 | |
| Ibm Db2 | >=11.1.0.0<=11.1.4.7 | |
| Ibm Db2 | >=11.5<=11.5.9 | |
| Any of | ||
| Linux Linux kernel | ||
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Opengroup Unix | ||
| IBM IBM® Db2® | <=10.5.0.11 | |
| IBM IBM® Db2® | <=11.1.4.7 | |
| IBM IBM® Db2® | <=11.5.x |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of IBM DB2 denial of service?
The vulnerability ID of IBM DB2 denial of service is CVE-2023-40687.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40687?
The severity of CVE-2023-40687 is medium with a severity value of 5.3.
Which versions of IBM DB2 are affected by CVE-2023-40687?
IBM DB2 versions 10.5.0.11, 11.1.4.7, and 11.5.x are affected by CVE-2023-40687.
How does CVE-2023-40687 lead to denial of service?
CVE-2023-40687 can be exploited with a specially crafted RUNSTATS command on an 8TB table, causing denial of service.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-40687?
For a fix for CVE-2023-40687, refer to the official IBM support page: https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7087149.
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