CVE-2008-1705: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-1705: Format string vulnerability in the logging function in IBM solidDB 06.00.1018 and earlier allows remote att...

Format string vulnerability in the logging function in IBM solidDB 06.00.1018 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the (1) user name, (2) peer name, and possibly unspecified other fields.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 08:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-1705 is a remote code execution risk in older IBM solidDB releases. Malicious text placed in connection-related fields could be mishandled by logging code. Organizations still running solidDB 06.00.1018 or earlier should treat this as a legacy exposure requiring isolation, upgrade planning, or retirement. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments where IBM solidDB 06.00.1018 or earlier remains reachable over a network. Internet exposure would increase urgency, but the provided sources do not confirm default ports, deployment patterns, or affected platforms. Prioritize if solidDB is still present in production or reachable by untrusted networks. This is an old but potentially severe remote code execution issue; the main business risk is forgotten legacy infrastructure rather than newly announced active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Inventory and retire any IBM solidDB 06.00.1018 or earlier deployments.; Check IBM guidance for supported fixed versions or migration options.; Restrict network access to trusted application hosts only..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 9, 2008, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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ibm-soliddb-solid-format-string(41485)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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