CVE-2006-4522: High severity IBM AIX vulnerability

Published Sep 1, 2006
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Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in dtterm in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allows local users to execute arbitrary code with root privileges via unspecified vectors.

Affected Software

2 affected components
IBM AIX=5.3
IBM AIX=5.2

Event History

Sep 1, 2006
CVE Published
11:04 PM
Sep 2, 2006
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-2006-4522?

CVE-2006-4522 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential for local code execution with root privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4522?

To fix CVE-2006-4522, it is recommended to update the affected versions of IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 to the latest supported releases that address the vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2006-4522?

Local users of IBM AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3 are affected by CVE-2006-4522.

4

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2006-4522?

The potential consequences of CVE-2006-4522 include unauthorized access and execution of arbitrary code, leading to a complete system compromise.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-4522?

There are no official workarounds for CVE-2006-4522; the best action is to apply the available patches or updates.

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