CVE-2005-4272: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 15, 2005
·Updated
Multiple buffer overflows in IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) muxatmd and (2) slocal.
Affected Software
7 affected components
IBM AIX=5.3_l
IBM AIX=5.3
IBM AIX=5.2
IBM AIX=5.2_l
IBM AIX=5.2.2
IBM AIX=5.1l
IBM AIX=5.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 15, 2005
CVE Published
10:03 PM
Dec 16, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4272?
CVE-2005-4272 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-4272?
To mitigate CVE-2005-4272, apply the appropriate patches provided by IBM for affected versions of AIX.
3
Which versions of IBM AIX are affected by CVE-2005-4272?
CVE-2005-4272 affects IBM AIX versions 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3.
4
What types of attacks can be executed exploiting CVE-2005-4272?
Exploiting CVE-2005-4272 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-4272 if I cannot apply the patch immediately?
Immediate workarounds for CVE-2005-4272 may include disabling affected services or limiting network access.