CVE-2025-36244
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2025-36244 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. IBM AIX 7.2, 7.3, IBM VIOS 3.1, and 4.1, when configured to use Kerberos network authentication, could allow a local user to write to files on the system with root privileges due to improper initialization of critical variables.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
IBM AIX 7.2, 7.3, IBM VIOS 3.1, and 4.1, when configured to use Kerberos network authentication, could allow a local user to write to files on the system with root privileges due to improper initialization of critical variables.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Vios | 3.1 |
| Ibm | Vios | 4.1 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.2 |
| Ibm | Aix | 7.3 |
References
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7245092Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-36244?
IBM AIX 7.2, 7.3, IBM VIOS 3.1, and 4.1, when configured to use Kerberos network authentication, could allow a local user to write to files on the system with root privileges due to improper initialization of critical variables.
How severe is CVE-2025-36244?
CVE-2025-36244 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-36244?
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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