Denial of Service Vulnerability in IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows
CVE-2025-36185

6.2MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
Db2
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 November 2025

What is CVE-2025-36185?

IBM Db2 versions 12.1.0 through 12.1.2 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows, including Db2 Connect Server, contain a vulnerability that could allow a local user to perform a denial of service attack. This occurs due to insufficient neutralization of special elements in data query logic, potentially leading to application disruption and resource exhaustion. It is crucial for users to assess their systems and apply appropriate patches to mitigate this risk.

Affected Version(s)

Db2 12.1.0 <= 12.1.2

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7250487
vendor-advisorypatch

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.2
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2025-36185 : Denial of Service Vulnerability in IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows