Vulnerability Description
The default configuration of sendmail in IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1, and VIOS 2.2.1.4-FP-25 SP-02, allows local users to gain privileges by entering a command in a .forward file in a home directory.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.1.4 |
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/sendmail1_advisory.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22963
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22964
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22965
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22966
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027207
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76466
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/sendmail1_advisory.ascVendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22963
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22964
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22965
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV22966
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027207
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76466
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2200?
CVE-2012-2200 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The default configuration of sendmail in IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1, and VIOS 2.2.1.4-FP-25 SP-02, allows local users to gain privileges by entering a command in a .forward file in a home directory.
How severe is CVE-2012-2200?
CVE-2012-2200 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-2012-2200?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Vios, Ibm Aix.