Vulnerability Description
Certain XML functions in IBM DB2 8.1 run with the privileges of DB2 instead of the logged-in user, which allows remote attackers to create or overwrite files via (1) XMLFileFromVarchar or (2) XMLFileFromClob, or read files via (3) XMLVarcharFromFile or (4) XMLClobFromFile.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Db2 | 8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110495620513954&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12733/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ngssoftware.com/advisories/db205012005I.txtPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12170
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18761
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=110495620513954&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/12733/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ngssoftware.com/advisories/db205012005I.txtPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12170
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18761
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-4871?
CVE-2005-4871 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Certain XML functions in IBM DB2 8.1 run with the privileges of DB2 instead of the logged-in user, which allows remote attackers to create or overwrite files via (1) XMLFileFromVarchar or (2) XMLFileF...
How severe is CVE-2005-4871?
CVE-2005-4871 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-4871?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Db2.