Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in cfgmgr in IBM AIX 5.2.0 and 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long directory path argument.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.2.0 |
References
- ftp://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/READMEPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22112Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016917
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY89434
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY89512
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20190PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3770
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29152
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29153
- ftp://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/READMEPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22112Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016917
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY89434
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY89512
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20190PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5006?
CVE-2006-5006 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in cfgmgr in IBM AIX 5.2.0 and 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long directory path argument.
How severe is CVE-2006-5006?
CVE-2006-5006 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-2006-5006?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.