CVE-2006-3855

Name: CVE-2006-3855
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-08-08T22:04:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.82%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-3855 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ifx_load_internal function in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary C code via the DllMain or _init function in a library, aka "C code UDR.". EPSS estimates a 1.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ifx_load_internal function in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary C code via the DllMain or _init function in a library, aka "C code UDR."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.82%

76.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	9.4
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	9.40.tc5
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	9.40.uc1
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	9.40.uc2
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	9.40.uc3
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	9.40.uc5
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	10.0
Ibm	Informix Dynamic Server	10.0.xc3

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/21301
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21242921Not Applicable
http://www.databasesecurity.com/informix/DatabaseHackersHandbook-AttackingInformix.pdfBroken Link
http://www.osvdb.org/27689Broken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443133/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443184/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19264Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3077Permissions Required
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28129
http://secunia.com/advisories/21301
http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21242921Not Applicable
http://www.databasesecurity.com/informix/DatabaseHackersHandbook-AttackingInformix.pdfBroken Link
http://www.osvdb.org/27689Broken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443133/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/443184/100/0/threaded
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19264Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3077Permissions Required
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28129

Timeline

Published: Aug 8, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-3855?

The ifx_load_internal function in IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary C code via the DllMain or _init function in a library, aka "C code UDR."

How severe is CVE-2006-3855?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-3855 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3855?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2006-3855?

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Source: NVD / NIST