CVE-2004-2490
UnknownEPSS 0.47%
Last modified
CVE-2004-2490 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 9.40.xC1 and 9.40.xC2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long GL_PATH environment variable.. EPSS estimates a 0.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 9.40.xC1 and 9.40.xC2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long GL_PATH environment variable.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Informix Dynamic Server | 9.40.uc1 |
| Ibm | Informix Dynamic Server | 9.40.uc2 |
| Ibm | Informix Extended Parallel Server | 8.40_uc1 |
| Ibm | Informix Extended Parallel Server | 8.40_uc2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10737Vendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21153336Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/10737Vendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21153336Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-2490?
Buffer overflow in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) 9.40.xC1 and 9.40.xC2 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long GL_PATH environment variable.
How severe is CVE-2004-2490?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-2490 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-2490?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2004
- CVE-2004-2484Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in PHP Gift Registr…
- CVE-2004-2485Unspecified vulnerability in PHP Live! before 2.8.2, due to …
- CVE-2004-2486The DSS verification code in Dropbear SSH Server before 0.43…
- CVE-2004-2487Directory traversal vulnerability in Nexgen FTP Server befor…
- CVE-2004-2488Directory traversal vulnerability in Nexgen FTP Server befor…
- CVE-2004-2489Format string vulnerability in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (…
- CVE-2004-2491A race condition in Opera web browser 7.53 Build 3850 causes…
- CVE-2004-2492Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Groupmax World W…
- CVE-2004-2493Directory traversal vulnerability in Groupmax World Wide Web…
- CVE-2004-2494Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in _error in Abilit…
- CVE-2004-2495The (1) Webmail, (2) admin, and (3) SMTP services in Ability…
- CVE-2004-2496The HTTP daemon in OpenText FirstClass 7.1 and 8.0 allows re…
Are you affected by CVE-2004-2490?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST