CVE-2011-3123
First published: Wed Aug 10 2011(Updated: )
IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.5 and 8.5.0.1 on Unix and Linux, as used in IBM InfoSphere DataStage 8.5 and 8.5.0.1 and other products, uses weak permissions for unspecified files, which allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM DataStage | =8.5 | |
| IBM DataStage | =8.5.0.1 | |
| IBM InfoSphere Information Server | =8.5 | |
| IBM InfoSphere Information Server | =8.5.0.1 | |
| Linux kernel |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-3123?
CVE-2011-3123 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2011-3123?
To fix CVE-2011-3123, update to IBM InfoSphere Information Server or DataStage version 8.5.0.2 or later, which addresses the weak permissions issue.
Who is affected by CVE-2011-3123?
CVE-2011-3123 affects users of IBM InfoSphere Information Server and DataStage versions 8.5 and 8.5.0.1 on Unix and Linux platforms.
Can CVE-2011-3123 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2011-3123 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected systems.
What products are linked to CVE-2011-3123?
CVE-2011-3123 is linked to IBM InfoSphere DataStage and IBM InfoSphere Information Server, specifically versions 8.5 and 8.5.0.1.
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