CVE-2006-0133: Low severity IBM AIX vulnerability

Published Jan 9, 2006
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Updated

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in AIX 5.3 ML03 allow local users to determine the existence of files and read partial contents of certain files via a .. (dot dot) in the argument to (1) getCommand.new (aka getCommand) and (2) getShell, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-4273.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IBM AIX=5.3_ml03

Event History

Jan 9, 2006
CVE Published
11:03 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-0133?

CVE-2006-0133 has a moderate severity rating due to its local directory traversal vulnerabilities.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-0133?

To fix CVE-2006-0133, upgrade AIX to a version that addresses these vulnerabilities.

3

What versions of AIX are affected by CVE-2006-0133?

CVE-2006-0133 affects IBM AIX version 5.3 ML03.

4

What type of attack is CVE-2006-0133 associated with?

CVE-2006-0133 is associated with local directory traversal attacks.

5

Can CVE-2006-0133 allow unauthorized file access?

Yes, CVE-2006-0133 can potentially allow unauthorized local users to access certain files.

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