CVE-2016-10577: Insecure Resource Download in ibm_db
Summary
CVE-2016-10577: ibm_db downloads Resources over HTTP. Affects ibm_db versions < 1.0.2. Fixed in 1.0.2. How to fix ↓
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Background
The ibm_db package is an npm package that provides a Node.js driver for IBM DB2 and IBM Informix databases. It allows developers to connect to and interact with these databases using JavaScript. The package is widely used in applications that require database connectivity to IBM DB2 or IBM Informix.
However, the ibm_db package is vulnerable to an insecure resource download issue. This means that it insecurely downloads resources over HTTP, which can be exploited by an attacker with a privileged network position.
Vulnerability Detail
The insecure resource download vulnerability in ibm_db allows an attacker with a privileged network position to modify or read downloaded resources. The severity of the impact depends on the behavior of the package, ranging from reading sensitive information to remote code execution. This vulnerability can be exploited when the package downloads resources over HTTP instead of using secure HTTPS connections.
The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2016-10577 and has a severity rating of HIGH. It is classified under CWE-311 (Missing Encryption of Sensitive Data).
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.0.2
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended solution is to update the ibm_db package to the latest version.
Conclusion
The ibm_db package is vulnerable to an insecure resource download issue, which can be exploited by an attacker with a privileged network position. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is recommended to update the package to version 1.0.2 or later. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
The ibm_db package is an npm package that provides a Node.js driver for IBM DB2 and IBM Informix databases. It allows developers to connect to and interact with these databases using JavaScript.
The impact of this vulnerability can vary depending on the behavior of the package. It ranges from being able to read sensitive information to remote code execution.
An attacker with a privileged network position can modify or read downloaded resources, potentially leading to the compromise of sensitive information or remote code execution.
This vulnerability has a severity rating of HIGH.
To fix the vulnerability, update the ibm_db package to version 1.0.2 or later.
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