CVE-2005-0250
First published: Tue Feb 08 2005(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in auditselect on IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a command line argument.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.idefense.com/application/poi/display?id=193&type=vulnerabilities&flashstatus=false
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY67519
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY67472
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY67802
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/896729
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/12496
- http://secunia.com/advisories/14198
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1013103
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/19255
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-0250?
CVE-2005-0250 has a high severity due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0250?
To mitigate CVE-2005-0250, upgrade the affected versions of IBM AIX (5.1, 5.2, and 5.3) to a newer, patched version.
Who is impacted by CVE-2005-0250?
CVE-2005-0250 affects local users of IBM AIX versions 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2005-0250?
CVE-2005-0250 is a format string vulnerability in auditselect that can be exploited via format string specifiers in command line arguments.
Can remote users exploit CVE-2005-0250?
No, CVE-2005-0250 is a local vulnerability and can only be exploited by local users on the affected systems.
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