CVE-2006-5011: High severity IBM AIX vulnerability
Published 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".
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM AIX=5.2.0
IBM AIX=5.3.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Sep 27, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:07 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-5011?
CVE-2006-5011 is an untrusted search path vulnerability that allows for command execution.
5
Can CVE-2006-5011 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2006-5011 can only be exploited by local users on the affected systems.