CVE Catalog

CVE-2016-8972

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

IBM AIX versions 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 could allow a local user to gain root privileges using a specially crafted command within the bellmail client.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability poses a risk of unauthorized access to the system, potentially leading to serious security breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the system to the latest version and monitor the use of the bellmail client to detect potential abuses.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

IBM AIX 6.1, 7.1, and 7.2 could allow a local user to gain root privileges using a specially crafted command within the bellmail client. IBM APARs: IV91006, IV91007, IV91008, IV91010, IV91011.

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