Vulnerability Description
The Engine Utilities component in IBM DB2 UDB 9.5 before FP6a uses world-writable permissions for the sqllib/cfg/db2sprf file, which might allow local users to gain privileges by modifying this file.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Db2 | 9.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://public.dhe.ibm.com/ps/products/db2/fixes/english-us/aparlist/db2_v95/APARL
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ68463
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- ftp://public.dhe.ibm.com/ps/products/db2/fixes/english-us/aparlist/db2_v95/APARL
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IZ68463
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-3733?
CVE-2010-3733 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The Engine Utilities component in IBM DB2 UDB 9.5 before FP6a uses world-writable permissions for the sqllib/cfg/db2sprf file, which might allow local users to gain privileges by modifying this file.
How severe is CVE-2010-3733?
CVE-2010-3733 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-3733?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Db2.