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CVE-2017-1434

4.7 · MEDIUM

IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows 11.1 (includes DB2 Connect Server) under unusual circumstances, could expose highly sensitive information in the error log to a local user.

Published Sep 12, 2017CWE-200EPSS 0.34%

Overview

CVE-2017-1434 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 12, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows 11.1 (includes DB2 Connect Server) under unusual circumstances, could expose highly sensitive information in the error log to a local user.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-1434?

CVE-2017-1434 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 12, 2017 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2017-1434?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 4.7, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2017-1434?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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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