Vulnerability Description
The LDAP login feature in bos.rte.security 6.1.6.4 in IBM AIX 6.1, when ldap_auth is enabled in ldap.cfg, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login attempt with an arbitrary password.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/ldapauth_advisory.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43968Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025273
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ97416
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0836Vendor Advisory
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/ldapauth_advisory.asc
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43968Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025273
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ97416
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0836Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-1561?
CVE-2011-1561 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The LDAP login feature in bos.rte.security 6.1.6.4 in IBM AIX 6.1, when ldap_auth is enabled in ldap.cfg, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login attempt with an arbitrary passwor...
How severe is CVE-2011-1561?
CVE-2011-1561 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-1561?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix.