IBM Db2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows (includes Db2 Connect Server) 11.5 could allow an authenticated user to overwrite arbirary files due to improper group permissions. IBM X-Force ID: 191945.
An official patch is available. Apply the patch as soon as possible.
CVSS v4.0 Metrics
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
ComplexityLow
RequirementsPresent
PrivilegesLow
User InteractionNone
Threat
Exploit MaturityUnreported
Vulnerable System
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
Subsequent System
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
Supplemental
SafetyNegligible
AutomatableYes
RecoveryAutomatic
Value DensityConcentrated
UrgencyMedium
Patch StatusOfficial Patch
Change Log
| Date | Source | Changes | Score |
|---|
| 2026-07-21 | nvd | VA: N→H | 2.3 → 2.4 |
| 2026-07-21 | nvd | patch: Unavailable→Official Patch | 2.3 → 2.3 |
| 2026-07-21 | cve.org | initial, patch: Unavailable | 2.3 |
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version |
|---|
| ibm | db2 | 11.5 |
| IBM | DB2 for Linux and UNIX | 11.5 |
Published: 2021-06-24
