CVE-2007-4004: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jul 26 2007(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the ftp client in IBM AIX 5.3 SP6 and 5.2.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors that trigger the overflow in a gets function call. NOTE: the client is setuid root on AIX, so this issue crosses privilege boundaries.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.2.0 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.3-sp6 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=571
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ01812
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ01813
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25077
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018465
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26219
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2675
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35627
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4004?
CVE-2007-4004 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to execute arbitrary code with root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4004?
To resolve CVE-2007-4004, update IBM AIX to a version that includes the patch addressing this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4004?
CVE-2007-4004 affects local users of IBM AIX 5.3 SP6 and 5.2.0 systems that use the vulnerable FTP client.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-4004?
CVE-2007-4004 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the FTP client of IBM AIX.
Can CVE-2007-4004 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2007-4004 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.
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