CVE-2015-2023: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 2, 2016
·Updated
Buffer overflow in IBM i Access 7.1 on Windows allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM i Access=7.1
Microsoft Windows
Event History
Jan 2, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2015-2023?
CVE-2015-2023 has a high severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2015-2023?
To mitigate CVE-2015-2023, users should upgrade to a newer version of IBM i Access that has addressed this buffer overflow vulnerability.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2015-2023?
CVE-2015-2023 affects local users of IBM i Access version 7.1 on Windows.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-2023?
CVE-2015-2023 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2015-2023 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2015-2023 requires local access, so it cannot be exploited remotely.