Vulnerability Description
IBM DB2 UDB 9.1 before Fixpak 4 does not properly handle use of large numbers of file descriptors, which might allow attackers to have an unknown impact involving "memory corruption." NOTE: the vendor description of this issue is too vague to be certain that it is security-related.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Linux | Linux Kernel | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows | All versions |
| Unix | Unix | All versions |
| Ibm | Db2 Universal Database | <= 9.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ04039
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21255607
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26450Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3867
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ04039
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21255607
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26450Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3867
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-6053?
CVE-2007-6053 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). IBM DB2 UDB 9.1 before Fixpak 4 does not properly handle use of large numbers of file descriptors, which might allow attackers to have an unknown impact involving "memory corruption." NOTE: the vendor...
How severe is CVE-2007-6053?
CVE-2007-6053 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-6053?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Linux Linux Kernel, Microsoft Windows, Unix Unix, Ibm Db2 Universal Database.