CVE-2024-40689: IBM InfoSphere Information Server SQL injection

Published Jul 25, 2024
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Updated

IBM InfoSphere Information Server 11.7 is vulnerable to SQL injection. A remote attacker could send specially crafted SQL statements, which could allow the attacker to view, add, modify, or delete information in the back-end database. IBM X-Force ID: 297719.

Other sources

IBM InfoSphere Server is vulnerable to SQL injection. A remote attacker could send specially crafted SQL statements, which could allow the attacker to view, add, modify, or delete information in the back-end database.

IBM

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
IBM InfoSphere Information Server<=11.7
IBM InfoSphere Information Server=11.7
IBM Infosphere Information Server On Cloud=11.7

Event History

Jul 25, 2024
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
Jul 26, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:27 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-40689?

CVE-2024-40689 has a high severity level due to its potential for SQL injection vulnerabilities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-40689?

To fix CVE-2024-40689, apply the security patch provided by IBM for InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.

3

What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2024-40689?

Exploiting CVE-2024-40689 enables attackers to perform SQL injection, which can lead to unauthorized viewing, adding, modifying, or deleting of database information.

4

Which versions of IBM InfoSphere are affected by CVE-2024-40689?

CVE-2024-40689 affects IBM InfoSphere Information Server version 11.7.

5

Is CVE-2024-40689 being actively exploited in the wild?

Currently, there is no public information confirming that CVE-2024-40689 is being actively exploited, but it is recommended to apply updates promptly.

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