CVE-2006-3858

CVE-2006-3858 is a low-severity vulnerability in Ibm Informix Dynamic Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) before 9.40.xC8 and 10.00 before 10.00.xC4 stores passwords in plaintext in shared memory, which allows local users to obtain passwords by reading the memory (product defects 171893, 171894, 173772).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3858?
IBM Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) before 9.40.xC8 and 10.00 before 10.00.xC4 stores passwords in plaintext in shared memory, which allows local users to obtain passwords by reading the memory (product defects 171893, 171894, 173772).
How severe is CVE-2006-3858?
CVE-2006-3858 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2006-3858 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (45th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3858?
CVE-2006-3858 primarily affects Ibm Informix Dynamic Server. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3858?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-3858 published?
CVE-2006-3858 was published on 2006-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

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