CVE-2006-4254
First published: Mon Aug 21 2006(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in setlocale in IBM AIX 5.1.0 through 5.3.0 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
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-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY88183&apar=only
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY88512&apar=only
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/search.wss?rs=0&q=IY88528&apar=only
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19578
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016712
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21541
- http://www.osvdb.org/27996
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3327
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28482
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4254?
CVE-2006-4254 is classified as a privilege escalation vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4254?
To fix CVE-2006-4254, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for AIX versions 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3.
What versions of AIX are affected by CVE-2006-4254?
CVE-2006-4254 affects IBM AIX versions 5.1.0, 5.2.0, and 5.3.0.
Can CVE-2006-4254 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-4254 is a local vulnerability, meaning that it requires local user access to exploit.
What impact does CVE-2006-4254 have on affected systems?
Exploiting CVE-2006-4254 may allow local users to gain elevated privileges on the affected AIX systems.
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