CVE-2021-38990
First published: Fri Jan 07 2022(Updated: )
IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2, and VIOS 3.1 could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability in the mount command which could lead to code execution. IBM X-Force ID: 212952.
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 vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-38990.
What is the severity level of CVE-2021-38990?
The severity level of CVE-2021-38990 is high.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-38990?
IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2, and VIOS 3.1 are affected by CVE-2021-38990.
Is a non-privileged local user able to exploit CVE-2021-38990?
Yes, a non-privileged local user is able to exploit CVE-2021-38990.
How can CVE-2021-38990 be fixed?
To fix CVE-2021-38990, apply the necessary patches provided by IBM.
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