CVE-2009-1355: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue 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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =6.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34543
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1056
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48562
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48496
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34662
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48500
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48502
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48499
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/muxatmd_advisory.asc
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48561
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=784
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48495
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ48501
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022065
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6402
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
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.
Can CVE-2009-1355 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2009-1355 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.
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