Vulnerability Description
Untrusted search path vulnerability in acctctl in IBM AIX 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by modifying the path to point to a malicious mkdir program.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.3.0 |
References
- ftp://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/READMEPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22213
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016965
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY88681
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3770
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3871
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29163
- ftp://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/READMEPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22213
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016965
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY88681
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3770
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3871
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29163
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5010?
CVE-2006-5010 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Untrusted search path vulnerability in acctctl in IBM AIX 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by modifying the path to point to a malicious mkdir program.
How severe is CVE-2006-5010?
CVE-2006-5010 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-2006-5010?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.