CVE-2005-2238
First published: Tue Jul 12 2005(Updated: )
ftpd in IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (port exhaustion and memory consumption) by using all ephemeral ports.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2238?
CVE-2005-2238 has a moderate severity due to its potential to cause denial of service through port exhaustion.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2238?
To fix CVE-2005-2238, apply any available security patches from IBM for AIX versions 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3.
Which versions of IBM AIX are affected by CVE-2005-2238?
CVE-2005-2238 affects IBM AIX versions 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3.
What type of attack does CVE-2005-2238 facilitate?
CVE-2005-2238 facilitates a denial of service attack that can exhaust system resources and lead to unavailability.
Is CVE-2005-2238 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-2238 is exploitable by remote authenticated users.
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