CVE-2020-4887
First published: Tue Jan 19 2021(Updated: )
IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2 and AIX VIOS 3.1 could allow a local user to exploit a vulnerability in the gencore user command to create arbitrary files in any directory. IBM X-Force ID: 190911.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM VIOS | =3.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.2 | |
| <=7.1 | ||
| <=7.2 | ||
| <=3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-4887?
The severity of CVE-2020-4887 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.2.
How can I exploit CVE-2020-4887 vulnerability on IBM AIX?
A local user can exploit the vulnerability in the gencore user command to create arbitrary files in any directory.
What versions of IBM AIX are affected by CVE-2020-4887?
IBM AIX versions 7.1 and 7.2, as well as AIX VIOS version 3.1, are affected by this vulnerability.
Is there a reference link for more information on CVE-2020-4887?
For more information on CVE-2020-4887, you can refer to IBM X-Force ID: 190911 and the IBM support page linked in the description.
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