CVE-2023-40687
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.05%
Last modified
CVE-2023-40687 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 is vulnerable to denial of service with a specially crafted RUNSTATS command on an 8TB table. IBM X-Force ID: 264809.. EPSS estimates a 1.05% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 is vulnerable to denial of service with a specially crafted RUNSTATS command on an 8TB table. IBM X-Force ID: 264809.
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 | <= 10.5.0.11 |
| Ibm | Db2 | >= 11.1.0.0, <= 11.1.4.7 |
| Ibm | Db2 | >= 11.5, <= 11.5.9 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/264809VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7087149Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/264809VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7087149Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-40687?
IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 10.5, 11.1, and 11.5 is vulnerable to denial of service with a specially crafted RUNSTATS command on an 8TB table. IBM X-Force ID: 264809.
How severe is CVE-2023-40687?
CVE-2023-40687 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.05% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-40687?
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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