Vulnerability Description
AIX 5.2 and 5.3 install pioinit with user and group ownership of bin, which allows local users with bin or possibly printq privileges to gain root privileges by modifying pioinit.
CVSS Score
6.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.2 |
References
- http://osvdb.org/36782
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26219
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018468
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY79785
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY79786
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2678
- http://osvdb.org/36782
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26219
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018468
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY79785
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY79786
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2678
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4238?
CVE-2007-4238 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). AIX 5.2 and 5.3 install pioinit with user and group ownership of bin, which allows local users with bin or possibly printq privileges to gain root privileges by modifying pioinit.
How severe is CVE-2007-4238?
CVE-2007-4238 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4238?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.