CVE-2017-1297

CVE-2017-1297 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Data Server Client with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

• Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.3)
• CVSS v2: 4.4
• EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (71st percentile)
• Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
• Weakness: CWE-119
• Affected product: Ibm Data Server Client
• Published: 2017-06-27
• Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows 9.2, 10.1, 10.5, and 11.1 (includes DB2 Connect Server) is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking which could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code. IBM X-Force ID: 125159.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-1297?

IBM DB2 for Linux, UNIX and Windows 9.2, 10.1, 10.5, and 11.1 (includes DB2 Connect Server) is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow, caused by improper bounds checking which could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code. IBM X-Force ID: 125159.

How severe is CVE-2017-1297?

CVE-2017-1297 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.3, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2017-1297 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2017-1297?

CVE-2017-1297 primarily affects Ibm Data Server Client. In total, 36 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-1297?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2017-1297 published?

CVE-2017-1297 was published on 2017-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

• http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg22004878
• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99271
• http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038772
• https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/125159
• https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42260/

Affected products (36)

• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:data_server_client:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:data_server_driver_for_odbc_and_cli:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:data_server_driver_package:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:data_server_runtime_client:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:9.7:*:*:*:advanced_enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:9.7:*:*:*:advanced_workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:9.7:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:9.7:*:*:*:express:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:9.7:*:*:*:workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.1:*:*:*:advanced_enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.1:*:*:*:advanced_workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.1:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.1:*:*:*:express:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.1:*:*:*:workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.5:*:*:*:advanced_enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.5:*:*:*:advanced_workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.5:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.5:*:*:*:express:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:10.5:*:*:*:workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.1:*:*:*:advanced_enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.1:*:*:*:advanced_workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.1:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.1:*:*:*:express:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2:11.1:*:*:*:workgroup:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:9.7:*:*:*:application_server:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:9.7:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:9.7:*:*:*:unlimited:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:10.1:*:*:*:application_server:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:10.1:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:10.1:*:*:*:unlimited:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:10.5:*:*:*:application_server:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:10.5:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:10.5:*:*:*:unlimited:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:11.1.0.0:*:*:*:application_server:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:11.1.0.0:*:*:*:enterprise:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:ibm:db2_connect:11.1.0.0:*:*:*:unlimited:*:*:*

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