CVE-2009-3517
UnknownEPSS 4.35%
Last modified
CVE-2009-3517 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. nfs.ext in IBM AIX 5.3.x through 5.3.9 and 6.1.0 through 6.1.2 does not properly use the nfs_portmon setting, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions for NFSv4 shares via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 4.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
nfs.ext in IBM AIX 5.3.x through 5.3.9 and 6.1.0 through 6.1.2 does not properly use the nfs_portmon setting, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions for NFSv4 shares via unspecified vectors.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Aix | 5.3.0 |
| Ibm | Aix | 5.3.7 |
| Ibm | Aix | 5.3.8 |
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1.0 |
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 6.1.2 |
References
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/nfs4_advisory.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ49024Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ49096Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ50399Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ50444Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ50496Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2788Vendor Advisory
- http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/nfs4_advisory.ascPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ49024Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ49096Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ50399Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ50444Vendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IZ50496Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/2788Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-3517?
nfs.ext in IBM AIX 5.3.x through 5.3.9 and 6.1.0 through 6.1.2 does not properly use the nfs_portmon setting, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions for NFSv4 shares via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2009-3517?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-3517 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3517?
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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