Vulnerability Description
lspath in AIX 5.2, 5.3, and possibly earlier versions, does not drop privileges before processing the -f option, which allows local users to read one line of arbitrary files.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14232
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY67457&apar=onlyPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY67655&apar=onlyPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=195&type=vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12513
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19281
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14232
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY67457&apar=onlyPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY67655&apar=onlyPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=195&type=vulnerabilitiesVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12513
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19281
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-0261?
CVE-2005-0261 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). lspath in AIX 5.2, 5.3, and possibly earlier versions, does not drop privileges before processing the -f option, which allows local users to read one line of arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2005-0261?
CVE-2005-0261 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-0261?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.