CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-2237

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Format string vulnerability in the swcons command in IBM AIX 5.3, and possibly other versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments.

Risk Assessment

A local attacker can gain full control of the system, compromising data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Recommendation

Apply the patch provided by IBM for AIX 5.3 immediately and restrict access to the swcons command for unauthorized users.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Format string vulnerability in the swcons command in IBM AIX 5.3, and possibly other versions, might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS