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CVE-2023-26286: IBM AIX privilege escalation

First published: Thu Apr 13 2023(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 runtime services library to execute arbitrary commands. IBM X-Force ID: 248421.

Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2023-26286?

    CVE-2023-26286 is a vulnerability in IBM AIX and VIOS that allows a non-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands.

  • Which versions of IBM AIX and VIOS are affected by CVE-2023-26286?

    IBM AIX versions 7.1, 7.2, and 7.3, as well as VIOS version 3.1, are affected by CVE-2023-26286.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-26286?

    CVE-2023-26286 is classified as high severity with a CVSS score of 8.4.

  • How can a non-privileged local user exploit the vulnerability in CVE-2023-26286?

    A non-privileged local user can exploit the vulnerability in CVE-2023-26286 by exploiting a vulnerability in the AIX runtime services library to execute arbitrary commands.

  • Is there any additional documentation available for CVE-2023-26286?

    Yes, you can find additional documentation for CVE-2023-26286 on the IBM support page and IBM X-Force ID: 248421.

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