Vulnerability Description
The nddstat programs on IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 do not properly handle environment variables, which allows local users to gain privileges by invoking (1) atmstat, (2) entstat, (3) fddistat, (4) hdlcstat, or (5) tokstat.
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 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019604
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ16975Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ16991Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ17058Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ17059Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0865
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4156
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4157
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4158
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019604
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ16975Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ16991Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ17058Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ17059Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1599?
CVE-2008-1599 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The nddstat programs on IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 do not properly handle environment variables, which allows local users to gain privileges by invoking (1) atmstat, (2) entstat, (3) fddistat, (4) hdlc...
How severe is CVE-2008-1599?
CVE-2008-1599 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-2008-1599?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.