CVE-2017-1508

Description

IBM Informix Dynamic Server 12.1 could allow a local user logged in with database administrator user to gain root privileges. IBM X-Force ID: 129620.

6.7

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 3.0 •

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.04%

Vendor Advisory ibm.com Vendor Advisory ibmcloud.com

Affected: IBM Informix Servers

References

Link	Tags
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22006872	vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100820	third party advisory vdb entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/129620	vdb entry vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-1508?: CVE-2017-1508 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-1508?: To fix CVE-2017-1508, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2017-1508 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2017-1508 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-1508?: CVE-2017-1508 affects IBM Informix Servers.

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