CVE-2007-4791: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Sep 10 2007(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the swcons command in bos.rte.console in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-3504 and CVE-2007-0978.
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://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=3855
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=3856
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98804
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98819
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25562
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26715
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3059
- http://osvdb.org/40400
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98532
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4791?
CVE-2007-4791 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4791?
Fixing CVE-2007-4791 involves upgrading IBM AIX to a version that is not vulnerable, such as applying the latest patches for versions 5.2 and 5.3.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4791?
Local users of IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 are affected by CVE-2007-4791 due to the buffer overflow vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2007-4791?
The potential impacts of CVE-2007-4791 include unauthorized privilege escalation, allowing users to execute commands with elevated privileges.
Is CVE-2007-4791 related to other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2007-4791 is a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-3504 and CVE-2007-0978, although they all relate to local privilege escalation in IBM AIX.
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