CVE-2011-1561: Medium severity ibm aix vulnerability

Published Apr 5, 2011

Updated

The LDAP login feature in bos.rte.security 6.1.6.4 in IBM AIX 6.1, when ldapauth is enabled in ldap.cfg, allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a login attempt with an arbitrary password.

Affected Software

1 affected component

IBM AIX=6.1

Event History

Apr 5, 2011

CVE Published

via MITRE·03:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·03:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2011-1561?

CVE-2011-1561 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access by bypassing authentication.

How do I fix CVE-2011-1561?

To fix CVE-2011-1561, disable the ldap_auth feature in the ldap.cfg configuration file or apply the latest security patches provided by IBM.

What systems are affected by CVE-2011-1561?

CVE-2011-1561 affects IBM AIX 6.1 when the LDAP login feature is enabled.

Can CVE-2011-1561 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2011-1561 can be exploited remotely by attackers attempting to bypass authentication.

What is the main impact of CVE-2011-1561?

The main impact of CVE-2011-1561 is unauthorized access to the system, potentially compromising sensitive data.