Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the kernel in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code in kernel mode via unknown attack vectors.
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://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/unix_advisory.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30349
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020083
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ19911Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ21481Patch
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ22368
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ22369
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ22370
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29329
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1626/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42577
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/unix_advisory.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30349
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020083
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2513?
CVE-2008-2513 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the kernel in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code in kernel mode via unknown attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2008-2513?
CVE-2008-2513 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-2008-2513?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.