CVE-2008-0509
UnknownEPSS 0.55%
Last modified
CVE-2008-0509 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple buffer overflows in IBM AIX 4.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly gain privileges via a long argument to (1) piox25, related to piox25.c; or (2) piox25remote, related to piox25remote.sh.. EPSS estimates a 0.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Multiple buffer overflows in IBM AIX 4.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly gain privileges via a long argument to (1) piox25, related to piox25.c; or (2) piox25remote, related to piox25remote.sh.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 4.3 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28600Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28600Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-0509?
Multiple buffer overflows in IBM AIX 4.3 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly gain privileges via a long argument to (1) piox25, related to piox25.c; or (2) piox25remote, related to piox25remote.sh.
How severe is CVE-2008-0509?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0509 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0509?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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