CVE-2012-4845
First published: Sat Oct 20 2012(Updated: )
The FTP client in IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1, and VIOS 2.2.1.4-FP-25 SP-02, does not properly manage privileges in an RBAC environment, which allows attackers to bypass intended file-read restrictions by leveraging the setuid installation of the ftp executable file.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) | =2.2.1.4-fp-25_sp-02 | |
| IBM AIX | =6.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/ftp_advisory1.asc
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV23331
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV28715
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV28785
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV28787
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56134
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79279
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A19695
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4845?
CVE-2012-4845 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized file access by attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4845?
To fix CVE-2012-4845, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for AIX 6.1, AIX 7.1, and VIOS systems.
What systems are affected by CVE-2012-4845?
CVE-2012-4845 affects IBM AIX 6.1, IBM AIX 7.1, and IBM VIOS 2.2.1.4-FP-25 SP-02.
Can CVE-2012-4845 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2012-4845 can potentially lead to data breaches as attackers may bypass file-read restrictions.
What is the exploit method for CVE-2012-4845?
The exploit method for CVE-2012-4845 involves leveraging the setuid installation of the ftp executable file to bypass intended restrictions.
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