Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in IBM AIX and VIOS Products
CVE-2021-29801

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
ViOS
Aix
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 August 2021

Summary

A vulnerability in the kernel of IBM AIX versions 7.1, 7.2 and VIOS 3.1 permits non-privileged local users to exploit the flaw, potentially allowing them to escalate their privileges to root. This poses a significant risk as it could enable unauthorized access to sensitive system information and capabilities. Affected users should apply the necessary patches and updates to mitigate the impact of this vulnerability. For further details, visit the IBM support page and X-Force Exchange.

Affected Version(s)

AIX 7.1

AIX 7.2

VIOS 3.1

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6483875
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/203977
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.4
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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