CVE-2008-0509: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 31, 2008
·Updated
Multiple buffer overflows in IBM AIX 4.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly gain privileges via a long argument to (1) piox25, related to piox25.c; or (2) piox25remote, related to piox25remote.sh.
Affected Software
1 affected component
IBM AIX=4.3
Event History
Jan 31, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:30 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0509?
CVE-2008-0509 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to lead to a denial of service or privilege escalation.
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How do I fix CVE-2008-0509?
To fix CVE-2008-0509, update to a patched version of IBM AIX that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2008-0509?
CVE-2008-0509 affects users running IBM AIX version 4.3.
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What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-0509?
The potential impacts of CVE-2008-0509 include system crashes and unauthorized privilege escalation.
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What causes CVE-2008-0509?
CVE-2008-0509 is caused by multiple buffer overflows in the piox25 and piox25remote functions within IBM AIX.