CVE-2008-5385
First published: Tue Dec 09 2008(Updated: )
enq in bos.rte.printers in IBM AIX 6.1.0 through 6.1.2, when a print queue is defined in /etc/qconfig, allows local users to delete arbitrary files via unspecified vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =6.1.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =6.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =6.1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ34481
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1021290
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ33088
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ34785
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32916
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/aix61_advisory.asc
- http://osvdb.org/50217
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32493
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5385?
CVE-2008-5385 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for local users to delete arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5385?
To fix CVE-2008-5385, it is recommended to apply the latest patches provided by IBM for AIX versions 6.1.1 to 6.1.2.
What versions of AIX are affected by CVE-2008-5385?
CVE-2008-5385 affects IBM AIX versions 6.1.1, 6.1, and 6.1.2.
Can remote users exploit CVE-2008-5385?
No, CVE-2008-5385 can only be exploited by local users with access to the affected systems.
What actions should be taken if CVE-2008-5385 is discovered in my environment?
If CVE-2008-5385 is discovered, it is important to restrict local user permissions and apply the necessary security patches immediately.
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