Vulnerability Description
IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 contains an unspecified vulnerability that would allow a locally authenticated user to obtain root level privileges. IBM APARs: IV88658, IV87981, IV88419, IV87640, IV88053.
CVSS Score
7.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.3 |
| Ibm | Vios | 2.2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/lquerylv_advisory.ascMitigationPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94090
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037256
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40710/
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/lquerylv_advisory.ascMitigationPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94090
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037256
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40710/
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-6079?
CVE-2016-6079 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). IBM AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 contains an unspecified vulnerability that would allow a locally authenticated user to obtain root level privileges. IBM APARs: IV88658, IV87981, IV88419, IV87640, IV880...
How severe is CVE-2016-6079?
CVE-2016-6079 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-6079?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Aix, Ibm Vios.