MEDIUM · 5.0

CVE-2001-1554

IBM AIX 430 does not properly unlock IPPMTU_LOCK, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hang) via Path Maximum Transmit Unit (PMTU) IP packets.

Vulnerability Description

IBM AIX 430 does not properly unlock IPPMTU_LOCK, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hang) via Path Maximum Transmit Unit (PMTU) IP packets.

CVSS Score

5.0

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
PARTIAL

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IbmAix430

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2001-1554?

CVE-2001-1554 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). IBM AIX 430 does not properly unlock IPPMTU_LOCK, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (hang) via Path Maximum Transmit Unit (PMTU) IP packets.

How severe is CVE-2001-1554?

CVE-2001-1554 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2001-1554?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.