#VU84099 Improper access control in IBM DB2 LUW - CVE-2023-38003

Vulnerability identifier: #VU84099

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 6 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-38003

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM DB2 LUW
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote privileged user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote user with DATAACCESS privileges can execute routines that they should not have access to.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM DB2 LUW: 10.5 - 11.5

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External links
https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7078681
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/260214

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.