Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in IBM Informix Dynamic Server Enterprise Edition
CVE-2018-1636

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Informix Dynamic Server Enterprise Edition
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 August 2019

What is CVE-2018-1636?

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the oninit component of IBM Informix Dynamic Server Enterprise Edition 12.1. This vulnerability allows an authenticated user to execute predefined code with escalated privileges, potentially granting unauthorized access to a root shell. Attackers exploiting this flaw can execute arbitrary code, leading to significant security risks and unauthorized access to sensitive systems.

Affected Version(s)

Informix Dynamic Server Enterprise Edition 12.1

References

http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ibm10964987
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/144441
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https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20190903-0002/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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