Vulnerability Description
The perfstat kernel extension in bos.perf.perfstat in AIX 5.3 does not verify privileges when processing a SET call, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system hang or crash) via unspecified SET operations.
CVSS Score
4.9
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/40392
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26715PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY97309Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25554Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3059
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=3850Patch
- http://osvdb.org/40392
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26715PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY97309Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25554Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3059
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=3850Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4799?
CVE-2007-4799 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). The perfstat kernel extension in bos.perf.perfstat in AIX 5.3 does not verify privileges when processing a SET call, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (system hang or crash) via un...
How severe is CVE-2007-4799?
CVE-2007-4799 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4799?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.