CVE-2007-4798
First published: Mon Sep 10 2007(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in invscout in Inventory Scout in invscout.rte in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allows local users to delete system files that have names matching the final substring of a hostname alias, as demonstrated by hostnames ending in "unix".
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=3846
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=3847
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98506
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25556
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26715
- http://osvdb.org/40393
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3059
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36447
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4798?
CVE-2007-4798 is a local vulnerability with significant implications for system integrity.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4798?
To remediate CVE-2007-4798, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for AIX 5.2 and 5.3.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4798?
CVE-2007-4798 affects local users of IBM AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3.
What can attackers do with CVE-2007-4798?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2007-4798 to delete important system files based on hostname aliases.
Is there a way to mitigate CVE-2007-4798 if I can't update?
Without updating, restricting local user permissions and monitoring file deletions can help mitigate CVE-2007-4798.
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