CVE-2013-4011
First published: Thu Jul 18 2013(Updated: )
Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the InfiniBand subsystem in IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1, and VIOS 2.2.2.2-FP-26 SP-02, allow local users to gain privileges via vectors involving (1) arp.ib or (2) ibstat.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =6.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.1 | |
| IBM Virtual I/O Server (VIOS) | =2.2.2.2-fp-26_sp-02 |
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Reference Links
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/infiniband_advisory.asc
- http://osvdb.org/95419
- http://osvdb.org/95420
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54215
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV43561
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV43562
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV43580
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV43582
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV43756
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IV43827
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61287
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1028792
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/85617
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A19167
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4011?
CVE-2013-4011 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4011?
To fix CVE-2013-4011, apply the latest security patches provided by IBM for AIX 6.1, AIX 7.1, and VIOS 2.2.2.2-FP-26 SP-02.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-4011?
CVE-2013-4011 affects local users on IBM AIX versions 6.1 and 7.1, as well as VIOS 2.2.2.2-FP-26 SP-02.
What are the vectors involved in CVE-2013-4011?
The vectors involved in CVE-2013-4011 include arp.ib and ibstat within the InfiniBand subsystem.
Is CVE-2013-4011 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2013-4011 is classified as a local vulnerability, allowing exploitation by users with local access to the affected systems.
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