CVE-2006-4416
First published: Mon Aug 28 2006(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the mkvg command in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges by modifying the path to point to a malicious (1) chdev, (2) mkboot, (3) varyonvg, or (4) varyoffvg program.
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/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY88699
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY88737
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19708
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21620
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY88722
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20197
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22106
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016920
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3389
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3770
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29165
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4416?
CVE-2006-4416 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4416?
To fix CVE-2006-4416, modify the affected paths to ensure they do not point to untrusted locations and apply the latest security patches from IBM.
What software is affected by CVE-2006-4416?
CVE-2006-4416 affects IBM AIX versions 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3.
What is the exploit mechanism for CVE-2006-4416?
The exploit mechanism for CVE-2006-4416 involves altering the search path to execute malicious versions of system commands.
Who can be impacted by CVE-2006-4416?
Local users on vulnerable IBM AIX systems can be impacted by CVE-2006-4416 if they exploit the untrusted search path.
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