CVE-2023-38720
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.78%
Last modified
CVE-2023-38720 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 11.5 and 11.5 is vulnerable to denial of service with a specially crafted ALTER TABLE statement. IBM X-Force ID: 261616.. EPSS estimates a 0.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 11.5 and 11.5 is vulnerable to denial of service with a specially crafted ALTER TABLE statement. IBM X-Force ID: 261616.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Db2 | >= 11.5, < 11.5.8 |
| Ibm | Db2 | 11.1.4 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/261616VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20231116-0005/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7047489Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/261616VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20231116-0005/Third Party Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7047489Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-38720?
IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 11.5 and 11.5 is vulnerable to denial of service with a specially crafted ALTER TABLE statement. IBM X-Force ID: 261616.
How severe is CVE-2023-38720?
CVE-2023-38720 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-38720?
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.
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