HIGH · 7.2

CVE-2009-2434

Buffer overflow in the syscall implementation in IBM AIX 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Vulnerability Description

Buffer overflow in the syscall implementation in IBM AIX 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

CVSS Score

7.2

HIGH

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
IbmAix5.3

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2009-2434?

CVE-2009-2434 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the syscall implementation in IBM AIX 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

How severe is CVE-2009-2434?

CVE-2009-2434 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-2009-2434?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.