Description Preview
The vulnerability in IBM DB2 9.7 before FP6 allows remote authenticated users to exploit the XML feature to read arbitrary XML files. The specific vectors of this vulnerability are unknown, but the impact is the unauthorized access to sensitive XML files on the affected systems.
Overview
This vulnerability affects IBM DB2 9.7 versions before Fix Pack 6 on Linux, UNIX, and Windows platforms. It allows remote authenticated users to access and read arbitrary XML files through the XML feature. The issue was first made public on June 11, 2012, with the CVE ID CVE-2012-0713.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to upgrade their IBM DB2 9.7 installations to at least Fix Pack 6. Applying the necessary patches and updates provided by IBM will help mitigate the risk of unauthorized access to XML files. Additionally, users should review and restrict access permissions to sensitive XML files to authorized personnel only.
References
- IBM Security Advisory IC81462 - http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1IC81462
- SecurityFocus BID 53873 - http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/53873
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This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
