CVE-2020-4887
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.30%
Last modified
CVE-2020-4887 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2 and AIX VIOS 3.1 could allow a local user to exploit a vulnerability in the gencore user command to create arbitrary files in any directory. IBM X-Force ID: 190911.. EPSS estimates a 0.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2 and AIX VIOS 3.1 could allow a local user to exploit a vulnerability in the gencore user command to create arbitrary files in any directory. IBM X-Force ID: 190911.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Vios | 3.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.2 |
References
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/190911VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6406022Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/190911VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/6406022Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-4887?
IBM AIX 7.1, 7.2 and AIX VIOS 3.1 could allow a local user to exploit a vulnerability in the gencore user command to create arbitrary files in any directory. IBM X-Force ID: 190911.
How severe is CVE-2020-4887?
CVE-2020-4887 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-4887?
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-2020-4887?
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