CVE-2018-1383

Name: CVE-2018-1383
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-02-13T20:29:00.437+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.73%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-1383 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A software logic bug creates a vulnerability in an AIX 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 daemon which could allow a user with root privileges on one system, to obtain root access on another machine. IBM X-force ID: 138117.. EPSS estimates a 2.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A software logic bug creates a vulnerability in an AIX 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 daemon which could allow a user with root privileges on one system, to obtain root access on another machine. IBM X-force ID: 138117.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.73%

84.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Aix	6.1
Ibm	Aix	6.1.1
Ibm	Aix	6.1.2
Ibm	Aix	6.1.3
Ibm	Aix	6.1.4
Ibm	Aix	6.1.5
Ibm	Aix	6.1.6
Ibm	Aix	6.1.7
Ibm	Aix	6.1.8
Ibm	Aix	6.1.9
Ibm	Aix	7.1
Ibm	Aix	7.1.1
Ibm	Aix	7.1.2
Ibm	Aix	7.1.3
Ibm	Aix	7.1.4
Ibm	Aix	7.1.5
Ibm	Aix	7.2
Ibm	Aix	7.2.1
Ibm	Aix	7.2.2

References

http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/aixbase_advisory.ascVendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg3T1026948Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102989Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040358Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/138117VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
http://aix.software.ibm.com/aix/efixes/security/aixbase_advisory.ascVendor Advisory
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg3T1026948Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102989Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1040358Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/138117VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 13, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-1383?

How severe is CVE-2018-1383?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-1383 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.73% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-1383?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2018-1383?

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Source: NVD / NIST