Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the chcons (chcon) command in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3, when DEBUG MALLOC is enabled, might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command line argument.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.1 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17380PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/261
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015122Patch
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY78241
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY78253
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15247
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2253
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17380PatchVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/261
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015122Patch
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY78241
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY78253
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15247
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2005/2253
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-3396?
CVE-2005-3396 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the chcons (chcon) command in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3, when DEBUG MALLOC is enabled, might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command line argument.
How severe is CVE-2005-3396?
CVE-2005-3396 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-3396?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.