CVE-2006-5011
First published: Wed Sep 27 2006(Updated: )
Untrusted search path vulnerability in snappd in IBM AIX 5.2.0 and 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via a Trojan horse program, involving the "system subroutine".
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.2.0 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.3.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY88818
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY88820
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20193
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22108
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016919
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3770
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29157
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5011?
CVE-2006-5011 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5011?
To fix CVE-2006-5011, apply the appropriate patches provided by IBM for AIX versions 5.2.0 and 5.3.0.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-5011?
Local users of IBM AIX versions 5.2.0 and 5.3.0 are affected by CVE-2006-5011.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-5011?
CVE-2006-5011 is an untrusted search path vulnerability that allows for command execution.
Can CVE-2006-5011 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2006-5011 can only be exploited by local users on the affected systems.
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