CVE-2007-4237: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 8, 2007
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the atm subset in arp in devices.common.IBM.atm.rte in AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allows local users to gain root privileges.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM AIX=5.3
IBM AIX=5.2
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 8, 2007
CVE Published
10:17 PM
Aug 9, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4237?
CVE-2007-4237 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-4237?
To mitigate CVE-2007-4237, apply the appropriate patches provided by IBM for AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4237?
CVE-2007-4237 affects local users of IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 operating systems.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-4237?
CVE-2007-4237 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the atm subset of arp.
5
What systems are impacted by CVE-2007-4237?
CVE-2007-4237 impacts IBM AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3 specifically.