Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) before 9.40.xC3 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a modified INFORMIXDIR environment variable that points to a file with format string specifiers in the filename.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Informix Dynamic Server | 9.40.uc1 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107524391217364&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10737PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21153336Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/3757Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9511Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14967
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107524391217364&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10737PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21153336Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/3757Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9511Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14967
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-2489?
CVE-2004-2489 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Format string vulnerability in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) before 9.40.xC3 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a modified INFORMIXDIR environment variable that points to a file with...
How severe is CVE-2004-2489?
CVE-2004-2489 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-2489?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Informix Dynamic Server.