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CVE-2004-2131 affects the ontape utility in legacy IBM Informix Dynamic Server. A local user who already has DSA privileges could abuse a long ONCONFIG environment variable to run arbitrary code. This is not described as remotely exploitable, but it matters where old Informix systems remain operational. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments still running IBM Informix Dynamic Server 9.40.xC3 or earlier with local DSA-privileged users. Modern systems are unlikely to be affected unless old Informix installations remain in production, lab, or archival infrastructure. Treat this as a legacy-system risk. It is not presented as remotely exploitable, but affected Informix servers may support critical business data. Prioritize inventory, vendor-supported upgrade decisions, and access reduction for any remaining 9.40.xC3 or earlier deployments. Mitigation focus: Inventory Informix Dynamic Server versions and identify any 9.40.xC3 or earlier systems.; Review IBM support guidance for the appropriate vendor fix or upgrade path.; Restrict DSA-privileged local access to trusted administrators only..
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- informix-ontape-binary-bo(14970)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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