Vulnerability Description
The runtime linker in IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1 and VIOS 2.2.x allows local users to create a mode-666 root-owned file, and consequently gain privileges, by setting crafted MALLOCOPTIONS and MALLOCBUCKETS environment-variable values and then executing a setuid program.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.10 |
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/malloc_advisory.ascVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/127390/IBM-AIX-Runtime-Linker-Privilege-Esc
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Jul/31
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59344
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV60935Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV60940Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV61311Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV61313Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV61314Vendor Advisory
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV61315Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/532689/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68296
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030504
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/93816
- https://www.portcullis-security.com/security-research-and-downloads/security-adv
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3074?
CVE-2014-3074 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The runtime linker in IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1 and VIOS 2.2.x allows local users to create a mode-666 root-owned file, and consequently gain privileges, by setting crafted MALLOCOPTIONS and MALLOCBUCKETS e...
How severe is CVE-2014-3074?
CVE-2014-3074 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-2014-3074?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Vios, Ibm Aix.