Vulnerability Description
IBM Informix Dynamic Server 10.UC3RC1 Trial for Linux and possibly other versions creates /tmp/installserver.txt with insecure permissions, which allows local users to append data to arbitrary files via a symlink attack.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Informix Dynamic Server | 10.uc_rc1 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-10/0013.htmlExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22223Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1686
- http://www.osvdb.org/29349
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/447501/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20300Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3883
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29297
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29300
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2006-10/0013.htmlExploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22223Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1686
- http://www.osvdb.org/29349
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/447501/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20300Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5163?
CVE-2006-5163 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.6 (LOW). IBM Informix Dynamic Server 10.UC3RC1 Trial for Linux and possibly other versions creates /tmp/installserver.txt with insecure permissions, which allows local users to append data to arbitrary files v...
How severe is CVE-2006-5163?
CVE-2006-5163 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-5163?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Informix Dynamic Server.