CVE-2003-0257
First published: Tue Mar 16 2004(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in the printer capability for IBM AIX .3, 5.1, and 5.2 allows local users to gain printq or root privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =4.3.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.3.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.3.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0257?
CVE-2003-0257 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to escalate privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0257?
To mitigate CVE-2003-0257, apply the latest patches provided by IBM for affected AIX versions.
Which versions of IBM AIX are affected by CVE-2003-0257?
CVE-2003-0257 affects IBM AIX versions 4.3, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3, 5.1, and 5.2.
What type of privileges can be gained through CVE-2003-0257?
CVE-2003-0257 can allow local users to gain printq or root privileges on affected systems.
Is CVE-2003-0257 exploitable remotely?
No, CVE-2003-0257 is a local vulnerability and requires local user access to exploit.
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