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6.9

SAP MaxDB allows local users to run any command

CVE-2008-0306 · published 18 years ago
Summary

The sdbstarter component in SAP MaxDB version 7.6.0.37 can be manipulated by someone who already has access to the server to run whatever commands they want. This could let a regular user perform actions that should be restricted, potentially compromising the system. Apply the latest MaxDB update or the vendor’s security patch and limit local user privileges to trusted accounts.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
sap maxdb 7.6.0.37
cpe:2.3:a:sap:maxdb:7.6.0.37:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
sdbstarter in SAP MaxDB 7.6.0.37, and possibly other versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by using unspecified environment variables to modify configuration settings.
sdbstarter in SAP MaxDB 7.6.0.37, and possibly other versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by using unspecified environment variables to modify configuration settings.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
6.9 Medium
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Timeline
Published11 Mar 2008
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2008-0306 · NVD
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