Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in errpt in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown attack vectors.
CVSS Score
4.6
MEDIUM
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/errpt_advisory.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30349
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020084
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ19905
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ21494
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ22346
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ22347
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ22348
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29323
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1626/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42578
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/errpt_advisory.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30349
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020084
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2514?
CVE-2008-2514 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in errpt in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2008-2514?
CVE-2008-2514 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-2514?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.