CVE-2009-1355: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 21, 2009
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in muxatmd in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 allows local users to gain privileges via a long filename.
Affected Software
3 affected components
IBM AIX=5.3
IBM AIX=5.2
IBM AIX=6.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 21, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1355?
CVE-2009-1355 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2009-1355?
To fix CVE-2009-1355, users should apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for AIX versions 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2009-1355?
Local users of IBM AIX versions 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 are affected by CVE-2009-1355 due to the buffer overflow issue.
4
What causes CVE-2009-1355?
CVE-2009-1355 is caused by a stack-based buffer overflow in the muxatmd component of IBM AIX when processing long filenames.
5
Can CVE-2009-1355 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2009-1355 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.