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CVE-2012-0712 affects older IBM DB2 releases. An authenticated remote database user can trigger an infinite loop through crafted use of XMLPARSE, potentially making the database service unavailable. The issue is availability-focused, not described as data theft or code execution in the provided sources. Exposure is most likely where legacy DB2 9.5, 9.7, or 9.8 instances allow remote authenticated SQL access, especially from broad internal user populations or applications that pass user-controlled XML expressions. Treat as a legacy platform hygiene issue unless affected DB2 systems support critical services or allow broad authenticated access. Prioritize remediation during database maintenance if exposed systems remain in production. Mitigation focus: Inventory DB2 9.5, 9.7, and 9.8 instances and record fix pack levels.; Apply IBM vendor guidance or upgrade beyond affected fix pack levels.; Restrict DB2 access to required users and trusted application paths..
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- db2-xmlfeature-dos(73496)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:14450CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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