CVE-2007-6680: Low severity IBM AIX vulnerability

Published Jan 10, 2008
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Updated

Trusted Execution in IBM AIX 6.1 uses an incorrect pathname argument in a call to the trustchkblockwrite function, which might allow local users to modify trusted files, related to an error in the support for links in the TSDFILESLOCK policy.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IBM AIX=6.1

Remediation

Event History

Jan 10, 2008
CVE Published
11:46 PM
Jan 11, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-6680?

CVE-2007-6680 has been classified as medium severity due to its potential to allow local users to modify trusted files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-6680?

To fix CVE-2007-6680, users should apply the relevant security patches provided by IBM for AIX 6.1.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2007-6680?

CVE-2007-6680 affects local users of IBM AIX 6.1 who may exploit the vulnerability to modify trusted files.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2007-6680?

The impact of CVE-2007-6680 is that it allows local users to tamper with trusted files, which can lead to further security breaches.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2007-6680?

There is no specific workaround for CVE-2007-6680; the recommended action is to implement the provided security updates from IBM.

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