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Informix Dynamic Server Multiple Vulnerabilities

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
Tries to crash Informix Dynamic Server with a long username

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

Summary :

The remote host contains an application that is affected by several
vulnerabilities.

Description :

The version of Informix Dynamic Server installed on the remote host
contains multiple vulnerabilities that may permit attackers to execute
arbitrary code, gain elevated rights, uncover sensitive
information, deny service to legitimate users, etc. Some of these
issues can be exploited remotely without authentication.

See also :

http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21242921

Solution :

Upgrade to Informix 10.00.xC4 / 9.40.xD8 / 7.31.xD9 or later.

Network Security Threat Level:

High / CVSS Base Score : 7
(AV:R/AC:L/Au:NR/C:P/A:P/I:P/B:N)

Networks Security ID: 19264

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