IBM-7240940: IBM IBM® Db2® vulnerability
Published Dec 9, 2025
·Updated
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM IBM® Db2®<=11.5.0 - 11.5.9
IBM IBM® Db2®<=12.1.0 - 12.1.1
Event History
Feb 27, 2026
Advisory Published
02:20 AM
Data Sourced
02:20 AM
Affected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of IBM-7240940?
IBM-7240940 has a critical severity rating due to potential unauthorized data access.
2
What are the potential impacts of IBM-7240940?
IBM-7240940 may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code and gain elevated privileges.
3
How do I fix IBM-7240940?
To resolve IBM-7240940, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for Db2.
4
Which versions of Db2 are affected by IBM-7240940?
IBM-7240940 affects specific versions of IBM Db2, as detailed in the security advisory.
5
Is there a workaround for IBM-7240940 if I cannot apply the fix immediately?
Yes, temporarily restricting access to vulnerable components can mitigate the risk associated with IBM-7240940.