Security readout for executives and security teams
This flaw affects older IBM DB2 deployments and lets a local unprivileged user overwrite system files, potentially damaging the database. It is not described as remotely exploitable, but it matters where DB2 servers are shared, have many local users, or host critical data. Exposure is most likely in organizations still running legacy IBM DB2 LUW or DB2 Connect Server versions 9.7 through 11.1. Based on the provided evidence, an attacker needs local system access, so internet exposure alone is not enough to confirm risk. Prioritize remediation for DB2 servers containing critical business data or allowing multiple local users. This is not presented as a remote emergency, but legacy database hosts with weak local access controls should be addressed promptly. Mitigation focus: Review IBM advisory for fixed levels and supported remediation guidance.; Upgrade or patch affected DB2 LUW and DB2 Connect Server installations.; Restrict local shell access on DB2 hosts to trusted administrators..
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- Medium
- CVSS
- 6.2 (3.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.0/A:N/AC:L/AV:L/C:N/I:H/PR:N/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O
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CVSS:3.0/A:N/AC:L/AV:L/C:N/I:H/PR:N/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O2.53.6Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
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6.2MediumVector: CVSS:3.0/A:N/AC:L/AV:L/C:N/I:H/PR:N/S:U/UI:N/E:U/RC:C/RL:O
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- ibm-db2-cve20181799--file-write(149429)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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