CVE-2008-1597
First published: Mon Mar 31 2008(Updated: )
The WPAR system call implementation in the kernel in IBM AIX 6.1 allows local users to cause a denial of service via unknown calls that trigger "undefined behavior."
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =6.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4153
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4154
- http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4155
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ13346
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ13392
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28467
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1019606
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0865
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6198
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1597?
CVE-2008-1597 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability that can affect system availability.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1597?
Fixing CVE-2008-1597 involves applying the appropriate patches or updates provided by IBM for AIX 6.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-1597?
CVE-2008-1597 affects local users of IBM AIX 6.1 who can exploit the vulnerability to cause a denial of service.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-1597?
CVE-2008-1597 is a local denial-of-service vulnerability related to the WPAR system call in the AIX kernel.
What systems are impacted by CVE-2008-1597?
CVE-2008-1597 specifically impacts IBM AIX version 6.1.
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