CVE-2004-0253

IBM Cloudscape 5.1 running jdk 1.4.2_03 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs or cause a denial of service via certain SQL code, possibly due…

published March 18, 2004

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
80.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Remote attackers could take control with just the right SQL code! IBM Cloudscape 5.1 is vulnerable to some surprisingly sneaky SQL injection that could let someone execute arbitrary programs. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that serves up orders without checking the cook's instructions — one incorrect recipe could lead to unexpected dishes, or worse, a full kitchen disaster! This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary programs on your server, potentially leading to a denial of service or worse, exposing sensitive information. If exploited, it could create chaos in your application, turning a fine dining experience into a frantic kitchen fire!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that serves up orders without checking the cook's instructions — one incorrect recipe could lead to unexpected dishes, or worse, a full kitchen disaster! The SQL injection vulnerability in IBM Cloudscape 5.1 running on JDK 1.4.2_03 enables an attacker to craft specific SQL code that the server would execute, bypassing normal security measures and leading to unauthorized actions.

What to do

This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary programs on your server, potentially leading to a denial of service or worse, exposing sensitive information. If exploited, it could create chaos in your application, turning a fine dining experience into a frantic kitchen fire! To protect against this, upgrade to the latest version of IBM Cloudscape, and make sure to sanitize all SQL inputs rigorously. Consider implementing parameterized queries to prevent similar vulnerabilities from sneaking in! You’ve got this! By following these steps, you’ll be well on your way to locking down your application. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01963 · 80.2th percentile
Published
2004-03-18T05:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 MAR 05:00Z
    IBM Cloudscape 5.1 running jdk 1.4.2_03 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs or cause a denial of service via certain SQL code, possibly due…
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