Vulnerability Description
The lsmcode program on IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 does not properly handle environment variables, which allows local users to gain privileges, a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-1329.
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?1019603
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15057
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15100
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15276Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15277
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0865
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4159
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4160
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4161
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019603
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15057
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15100
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15276Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ15277
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1600?
CVE-2008-1600 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The lsmcode program on IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 does not properly handle environment variables, which allows local users to gain privileges, a different vulnerability than CVE-2004-1329.
How severe is CVE-2008-1600?
CVE-2008-1600 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-2008-1600?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.