IBM Informix DMS 12.10/14.10 Brute Force via Poor Lockout
CVE-2024-49342 Published on July 28, 2025
IBM Informix Dynamic Server information disclosure
IBM Informix Dynamic Server 12.10 and 14.10 uses an inadequate account lockout setting that could allow a remote attacker to brute force account credentials.
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2024-49342 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a high impact on confidentiality, with no impact on integrity and availability.
Weakness Type
Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts
The software does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within in a short time frame, making it more susceptible to brute force attacks.
Products Associated with CVE-2024-49342
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Affected Versions
IBM Informix Dynamic Server:- Version 12.10 is affected.
- Version 14.10 is affected.
Exploit Probability
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