Vulnerability identifier: #VU8217

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2017-1519

CWE-ID: CWE-20

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
IBM DB2
Server applications / Database software

Vendor: IBM Corporation

Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The weakness exists due to input validation flaw. A remote attacker can supply particular configuration using SSL and an alternate gateway setup to cause disruption of service for Db2 Connect Server setup.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability results in denial of service.

Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

IBM DB2: 11.1.0.0, 10.5

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External links
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22007183

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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