CVE-2021-29706
First published: Tue Jun 15 2021(Updated: )
IBM AIX 7.1 could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability in the trace facility to expose sensitive information or cause a denial of service. IBM X-Force ID: 200663.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =7.1.0 | |
| <=7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-29706?
CVE-2021-29706 is classified as a medium-severity vulnerability due to its potential for information exposure and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29706?
To fix CVE-2021-29706, apply the appropriate patches and security updates provided by IBM for AIX 7.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-29706?
CVE-2021-29706 affects IBM AIX version 7.1.0 and earlier releases of AIX 7.1.
What types of attacks can be executed using CVE-2021-29706?
An attacker could exploit CVE-2021-29706 to access sensitive information or to cause a denial of service.
Is CVE-2021-29706 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2021-29706 is not remotely exploitable as it requires a non-privileged local user to trigger the vulnerability.
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