Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 9.40.xC1 and 9.40.xC2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long GL_PATH environment variable.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Informix Dynamic Server | 9.40.uc1 |
| Ibm | Informix Extended Parallel Server | 8.40_uc1 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107524391217364&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10737Vendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21153336Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/3756
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9511
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14949
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=107524391217364&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10737Vendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21153336Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/3756
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9511
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/14949
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 9.40.xC1 and 9.40.xC2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long GL_PATH environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2004-2490?
CVE-2004-2490 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-2004-2490?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Informix Dynamic Server, Ibm Informix Extended Parallel Server.