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Last Modified |
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Description |
A local overflow exists in IBM AIX. The setsenv command fails to validate the x= parameter resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted request, an attacker can cause execution of arbitrary code as the root user resulting in a loss of confidentiality and/or integrity.
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Classification |
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality,
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Available
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
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Solution |
Upgrade AIX using the APAR numbers AIX 4.2: IY10721 and AIX 4.3: IY08812 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.
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AIX
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4.3.3 |
4.3.0 |
4.3.1 |
4.3.2 |
4.2.1 |
4.2.0 |
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Credit |
Unknown or Incomplete
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