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CVE-2012-4826

8.5 · HIGH

Stack-based buffer overflow in the SQL/PSM (aka SQL Persistent Stored Module) Stored Procedure (SP) infrastructure in IBM DB2 9.1, 9.5, 9.7 before FP7, 9.8, and 10.1 might allow remote authenticate…

Published Oct 20, 2012ibmCWE-119EPSS 4.91%

Overview

CVE-2012-4826 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm db2. It was published on October 20, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the SQL/PSM (aka SQL Persistent Stored Module) Stored Procedure (SP) infrastructure in IBM DB2 9.1, 9.5, 9.7 before FP7, 9.8, and 10.1 might allow remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by debugging a stored procedure.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update db2 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4826?

CVE-2012-4826 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm db2. It was published on October 20, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2012-4826?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2012-4826?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update db2 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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