HIGH · 7.2

CVE-2007-0978

Buffer overflow in swcons in IBM AIX 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via long input data.

Vulnerability Description

Buffer overflow in swcons in IBM AIX 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via long input data.

CVSS Score

7.2

HIGH

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IbmAix5.3

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2007-0978?

CVE-2007-0978 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in swcons in IBM AIX 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via long input data.

How severe is CVE-2007-0978?

CVE-2007-0978 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-2007-0978?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.