CVE-2022-43849: IBM AIX denial of service
Published Dec 23, 2022
·Updated
IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, and VIOS 3.1could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability in the AIX pfcdd kernel extension to cause a denial of service. IBM X-Force ID: 239170.
Affected Software
8 affected components
IBM VIOS=3.1
IBM AIX=7.1
IBM AIX=7.2
IBM AIX=7.3
IBM AIX<=7.1
IBM AIX<=7.2
IBM AIX<=7.3
IBM VIOS<=3.1
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 23, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2022-43849.
2
What is the affected software?
The affected software includes IBM AIX versions 7.1, 7.2, and 7.3, as well as IBM VIOS version 3.1.
3
What is the severity of CVE-2022-43849?
The severity of CVE-2022-43849 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.2.
4
What can a non-privileged local user do with this vulnerability?
A non-privileged local user can exploit this vulnerability to cause a denial of service.
5
How can I fix this vulnerability?
To fix this vulnerability, it is recommended to apply the necessary patches and updates provided by IBM.