CVE-2024-49342

IBM Informix Dynamic Server information disclosure

Description

IBM Informix Dynamic Server 12.10 and 14.10 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials.

Remediation

Solution:

  • A permanent fix for the vulnerability has been released in IBM Informix HQ, included with versions 12.10.xC16W2, 14.10.xC11W1, and also addressed in IBM Informix HQ version 3.0.0. Fixes are available on IBM Fix Central - Select Fixes - Informix Server. Download the latest fix for your product and version to pick up the security patches. Follow the instructions for Database server upgrades in the Informix Servers documentation.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory ibm.com
Affected: IBM Informix Dynamic Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7240777 patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-49342?
CVE-2024-49342 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-49342?
To fix CVE-2024-49342: A permanent fix for the vulnerability has been released in IBM Informix HQ, included with versions 12.10.xC16W2, 14.10.xC11W1, and also addressed in IBM Informix HQ version 3.0.0. Fixes are available on IBM Fix Central - Select Fixes - Informix Server. Download the latest fix for your product and version to pick up the security patches. Follow the instructions for Database server upgrades in the Informix Servers documentation.
Is CVE-2024-49342 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-49342 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-2024-49342?
CVE-2024-49342 affects IBM Informix Dynamic Server.
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