CVE-2000-0873: Low severity IBM AIX vulnerability

Published Nov 14, 2000

Updated

netstat in AIX 4.x.x does not properly restrict access to the -Zi option, which allows local users to clear network interface statistics and possibly hide evidence of unusual network activities.

Affected Software

5 affected components

IBM AIX=4.3.2

IBM AIX=4.3

IBM AIX=4.2.1

IBM AIX=4.2

IBM AIX=4.3.1

Event History

Nov 14, 2000

CVE Published

05:00 AM

Jan 22, 2001

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2000-0873?

CVE-2000-0873 is classified as a moderate vulnerability due to its potential for local users to manipulate network interface statistics.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0873?

To mitigate CVE-2000-0873, restrict the use of the netstat -Zi option to authorized personnel or update to a patched version of AIX.

What systems are affected by CVE-2000-0873?

CVE-2000-0873 affects IBM AIX versions 4.2 and 4.3, including specific releases like 4.2.1, 4.3.1, and 4.3.2.

What type of attacks can CVE-2000-0873 enable?

CVE-2000-0873 can enable local users to clear network statistics, which may obscure malicious activities or network anomalies.

Who can exploit CVE-2000-0873?

CVE-2000-0873 can be exploited by local users who have access to the AIX system and can execute commands using the netstat utility.