CVE-2008-0586: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Feb 05 2008(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in IBM AIX 5.2 and 5.3 allow local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors related to the (1) lchangevg, (2) ldeletepv, (3) putlvodm, (4) lvaryoffvg, and (5) lvgenminor programs in bos.rte.lvm; and the (6) tellclvmd program in bos.clvm.enh.
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=4068
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98331
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98340
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY99537
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ00559
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ10828
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28609
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27431
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0261
- http://osvdb.org/40427
- http://osvdb.org/40428
- http://osvdb.org/40429
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98448
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/lvm_advisory.asc
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY98450
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39907
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5704
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0586?
CVE-2008-0586 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0586?
To fix CVE-2008-0586, ensure that your system's software is updated to the latest version provided by IBM for AIX 5.2 and 5.3.
Which versions of AIX are affected by CVE-2008-0586?
CVE-2008-0586 affects IBM AIX versions 5.2 and 5.3.
What types of programs are involved in CVE-2008-0586?
CVE-2008-0586 involves multiple programs including lchangevg, ldeletepv, putlvodm, lvaryoffvg, lvgenminor, and tellclvmd.
Can CVE-2008-0586 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2008-0586 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected systems.
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