MEDIUM · 6.9

CVE-2012-2179

libodm.a in IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, and 7.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.

Vulnerability Description

libodm.a in IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, and 7.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.

CVSS Score

6.9

MEDIUM

AV:L/AC:M/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-2012-2179?

CVE-2012-2179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.9 (MEDIUM). libodm.a in IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, and 7.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a temporary file.

How severe is CVE-2012-2179?

CVE-2012-2179 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2179?

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