CVE-2013-5419: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 4, 2013
·Updated
Multiple buffer overflows in (1) mkque and (2) mkquedev in bos.rte.printers in IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1 allow local users to gain privileges by leveraging printq group membership.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM AIX=6.1
IBM AIX=7.1
Event History
Oct 4, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5419?
CVE-2013-5419 has a high severity rating due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2013-5419?
To fix CVE-2013-5419, apply the recommended security patches provided by IBM for AIX version 6.1 and 7.1.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2013-5419?
CVE-2013-5419 affects local users with printq group membership on IBM AIX 6.1 and 7.1 systems.
4
What components are affected by CVE-2013-5419?
CVE-2013-5419 specifically affects the mkque and mkquedev components in bos.rte.printers.
5
Can CVE-2013-5419 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2013-5419 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local user access to the system.