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CVE-2004-2490 is a local buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server 9.40.xC1 and 9.40.xC2. A user who already has local access could potentially run arbitrary code by abusing the GL_PATH environment variable. The issue matters most on shared database hosts or servers where application accounts can execute Informix utilities. Exposure is likely limited to legacy IBM Informix Dynamic Server 9.40.xC1 or 9.40.xC2 installations where local users or service accounts can run affected Informix components. Internet-only scanners are unlikely to prove exposure because the described attack path is local. Prioritize if legacy Informix systems still support production data, especially on shared Unix-like servers. The weakness is local, but successful abuse could compromise a database host. If IDS 9.40 is retired or isolated with no local untrusted users, urgency is lower but lifecycle risk remains. Mitigation focus: Inventory all IBM Informix Dynamic Server installations and identify exact 9.40 maintenance levels.; Check IBM support guidance for the applicable fixed release or maintenance update.; Restrict local shell access on database hosts to trusted administrators only..
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- informix-ids-glpath-bo(14949)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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