CVE-2021-38994
First published: Wed Feb 23 2022(Updated: )
IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, and VIOS 3.1 could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability in the AIX kernel to cause a denial of service. IBM X-Force ID: 213072.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM VIOS | =3.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =7.3 | |
| <=7.1 | ||
| <=7.2 | ||
| <=7.3 | ||
| <=3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this IBM AIX vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this IBM AIX vulnerability is CVE-2021-38994.
Which versions of IBM AIX and VIOS are affected by this vulnerability?
This vulnerability affects IBM AIX versions 7.1, 7.2, and 7.3, as well as VIOS version 3.1.
What is the severity rating for this vulnerability?
The severity rating for this vulnerability is medium with a CVSS score of 6.2.
What is the impact of this vulnerability?
This vulnerability allows a non-privileged local user to exploit the AIX kernel, causing a denial of service.
Is there a fix available for this vulnerability?
Yes, IBM has released fixes for this vulnerability. Please refer to the IBM support page for more information.
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