CVE-2003-0954: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2003
·Updated
Buffer overflow in rcp for AIX 4.3.3, 5.1 and 5.2 allows local users to gain privileges.
Affected Software
3 affected components
IBM AIX=5.2
IBM AIX=4.3.3
IBM AIX=5.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 31, 2003
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Apr 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0954?
CVE-2003-0954 is considered high severity as it allows local users to gain privileges through a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0954?
To fix CVE-2003-0954, you should apply available patches or updates provided by IBM for the affected AIX versions.
3
Which versions of AIX are affected by CVE-2003-0954?
CVE-2003-0954 affects IBM AIX versions 4.3.3, 5.1, and 5.2.
4
Can remote users exploit CVE-2003-0954?
No, CVE-2003-0954 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that cannot be exploited remotely.
5
What component of AIX does CVE-2003-0954 impact?
CVE-2003-0954 impacts the rcp (remote copy) command in AIX.