File Creation Vulnerability in IBM AIX and VIOS Products
CVE-2021-38955

4.4MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

IBM
Status
ViOS
Aix
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 March 2022

What is CVE-2021-38955?

A file creation vulnerability within the audit commands of IBM AIX and VIOS products allows local users with elevated privileges to exploit the system, potentially resulting in a denial of service. This risk could affect system stability and availability, prompting the need for immediate attention to patching and mitigation strategies.

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Affected Version(s)

AIX 7.1

AIX 7.2

AIX 7.3

References

https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6560236
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https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/211825
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.4
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
High
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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