CVE-2007-4513: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Nov 05 2007(Updated: )
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allow local users to gain privileges via a long argument to the (1) "-p" option to lqueryvg or (2) the "-V" option to lquerypv.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=615
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=614
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ05129
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ05349
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ05877
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ05971
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26256
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26259
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018871
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27437
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3669
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38165
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5650
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4513?
The severity of CVE-2007-4513 is classified as high due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4513?
To fix CVE-2007-4513, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3.
What software is affected by CVE-2007-4513?
CVE-2007-4513 affects IBM AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3.
What types of attacks can CVE-2007-4513 facilitate?
CVE-2007-4513 can facilitate privilege escalation attacks by allowing local users to execute malicious commands.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2007-4513?
Temporary workarounds for CVE-2007-4513 include restricting access to the vulnerable commands for non-administrative users.
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