CVE-2025-33112: IBM AIX command execution

Published Jun 10, 2025
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Updated

IBM AIX 7.3 and IBM VIOS 4.1.1 Perl implementation could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability to execute arbitrary code due to improper neutralization of pathname input.

Other sources

IBM AIX's Perl implementation could allow a non-privileged local user to exploit a vulnerability to execute arbitrary code due to improper neutralization of pathname input.

— IBM

Affected Software

4 affected components
IBM AIX<=7.3 TL3
IBM VIOS<=4.1.1
IBM VIOS=4.1.1
IBM AIX=7.3.3

Remediation

Information

IBM strongly recommends addressing the vulnerability now. The AIX and VIOS fixes can be downloaded via https from: https://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/perl_fix9.tar

Event History

Jun 10, 2025
CVE Published
via IBM·12:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:28 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:23 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Parent advisories

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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-33112?

CVE-2025-33112 has a high severity due to its potential for local user exploitation leading to arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-33112?

To fix CVE-2025-33112, update your IBM AIX to version 7.3 TL4 or later and IBM VIOS to version 4.1.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-33112?

CVE-2025-33112 affects non-privileged local users of IBM AIX 7.3 TL3 and IBM VIOS 4.1.1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-33112?

CVE-2025-33112 is a local code execution vulnerability caused by improper neutralization of pathname input.

5

Can CVE-2025-33112 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2025-33112 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected systems.

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