Vulnerability Description
Untrusted execution path vulnerability in chcod on AIX IBM 5.1.0, 5.2.0, and 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary programs by modifying the PATH environment variable to point to a malicious "grep" program, which is executed from chcod.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.1 |
References
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY64354&apar=only
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY64355&apar=only
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY64356&apar=only
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=170&type=vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18625
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY64354&apar=only
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY64355&apar=only
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY64356&apar=only
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=170&type=vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/18625
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-1028?
CVE-2004-1028 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Untrusted execution path vulnerability in chcod on AIX IBM 5.1.0, 5.2.0, and 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary programs by modifying the PATH environment variable to point to a malicious "...
How severe is CVE-2004-1028?
CVE-2004-1028 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-1028?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.