Vulnerability Description
The SORT/LIST SERVICES component in IBM DB2 9.1 before FP6 and 9.5 before FP2 writes sensitive information to the trace output, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading "PASSWORD-RELATED CONNECTION STRING KEYWORD VALUES."
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Db2 | <= 9.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://ftp.software.ibm.com/ps/products/db2/fixes/english-us/aparlist/db2_v91/APA
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32368
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ23915
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ28489
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27013892
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2893
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46022
- ftp://ftp.software.ibm.com/ps/products/db2/fixes/english-us/aparlist/db2_v91/APA
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32368
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ23915
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ28489
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg27013892
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2893
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46022
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4693?
CVE-2008-4693 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The SORT/LIST SERVICES component in IBM DB2 9.1 before FP6 and 9.5 before FP2 writes sensitive information to the trace output, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading "PASSW...
How severe is CVE-2008-4693?
CVE-2008-4693 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4693?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Db2.