Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in IBM AIX and VIOS Software
CVE-2022-36768

8.4HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
IBM
Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 September 2022

Summary

A vulnerability exists in IBM AIX versions 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, and VIOS 3.1 that allows a non-privileged local user to exploit the invscout command. By manipulating this command, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to root privileges, potentially leading to further system compromises. Administrators should assess their systems urgently to implement necessary patches. For additional information, visit IBM's support page and X-Force Exchange.

Affected Version(s)

AIX 7.1

AIX 7.2

AIX 7.3

References

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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