CVE-2018-1458 Other in DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows

High 7.4 Published 10 Jul 2018 Updated 16 Sep 2024

Local attackers can execute arbitrary code and hijack DLLs in IBM DB2, requiring patches to prevent privilege escalation.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2018-1458?

CVE-2018-1458 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Db2, published on 10 Jul 2018. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes DB2 Connect Server) 9.7, 10,1, 10.5 and 11.1 could allow a local user to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks. IBM X-Force ID: 140209.

Weakness: CWE-426

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-1458?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ibm Db2.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1458?

No fix has been published for CVE-2018-1458 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2018-1458 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-1458 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Ibm Db2 vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-w77h-q52m-fh9c.