CVE-2023-45178: IBM Db2 denial of service

Published Dec 3, 2023
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Updated

IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes DB2 Connect Server) 11.5 CLI is vulnerable to a denial of service when a specially crafted request is used. IBM X-Force ID: 268073.

Other sources

IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes DB2 Connect Server) CLI is vulnerable to a denial of service when a specially crafted request is used.

IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM Db2 Linux=11.5
IBM Db2 Unix=11.5
IBM Db2 Windows=11.5
IBM IBM® Db2®<=11.5.8 - 11.5.9

Event History

Dec 3, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:29 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:29 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for IBM Db2 denial of service?

The vulnerability ID for IBM Db2 denial of service is CVE-2023-45178.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45178?

The severity of CVE-2023-45178 is medium with a severity value of 6.5.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2023-45178?

IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes DB2 Connect Server) 11.5 CLI is affected by CVE-2023-45178.

4

How can the denial of service vulnerability in IBM Db2 be exploited?

The denial of service vulnerability in IBM Db2 can be exploited by using a specially crafted request.

5

Is there any additional information available about CVE-2023-45178?

Yes, you can refer to the following references for additional information: 1. IBM Support Page: [link](https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7087207) 2. IBM X-Force ID: [link](https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/268073)

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