CVE-2023-45168: IBM AIX command execution

Published Nov 30, 2023
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Updated

IBM AIX 7.2, 7.3, and VIOS 3.1 could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability in the invscout command to execute arbitrary commands. IBM X-Force ID: 267966.

Other sources

IBM AIX could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability in the invscout command to execute arbitrary commands.

Affected Software

6 affected components
IBM AIX<=7.2
IBM AIX<=7.3
IBM VIOS<=3.1
IBM VIOS=3.1
IBM AIX=7.2
IBM AIX=7.3

Event History

Nov 30, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Dec 1, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:10 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Parent advisories

This vulnerability appears in the following advisories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this IBM AIX vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this IBM AIX vulnerability is CVE-2023-45168.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45168?

The severity of CVE-2023-45168 is high.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2023-45168?

The affected software for CVE-2023-45168 is IBM AIX versions 7.2, 7.3, and IBM VIOS version 3.1.

4

How does CVE-2023-45168 impact IBM AIX?

CVE-2023-45168 allows a non-privileged local user to exploit the invscout command to execute arbitrary commands.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2023-45168?

Yes, IBM has released a fix for CVE-2023-45168. Please refer to the IBM support page for more information.

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