CVE-2008-1593: High severity ibm aix vulnerability

Published Mar 31, 2008

Updated

The checkpoint and restart feature in the kernel in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 does not properly protect kernel memory, which allows local users to read and modify portions of memory and gain privileges via unspecified vectors involving a restart of a 64-bit process, probably related to the asgetadsp64 function.

Affected Software

3 affected components

IBM AIX=5.3

IBM AIX=5.2

IBM AIX=6.1

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28467

Event History

Mar 31, 2008

CVE Published

via MITRE·11:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·11:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-1593?

CVE-2008-1593 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

Which versions of IBM AIX are affected by CVE-2008-1593?

CVE-2008-1593 affects IBM AIX versions 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1593?

To fix CVE-2008-1593, you should apply the latest security patches released by IBM for your version of AIX.

What type of attacks can be performed using CVE-2008-1593?

CVE-2008-1593 can be exploited by local users to read and modify kernel memory, which can lead to privilege escalation.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-1593?

While applying patches is the best solution, restricting access to the affected AIX systems can serve as a temporary workaround.