IBM AIX ps information disclosure
| aix-ps-information-disclosure (39911) |  Low Risk |
Description:
IBM AIX could allow a remote attacker to obtain sensitive information, caused by an unspecified error in the ps command. By invoking the ps command, a local attacker could view sensitive information pertaining to arbitrary running processes.
Platforms Affected:
- IBM, AIX 5.2
- IBM, AIX 5.3
- IBM, AIX 6.1
Remedy:
Apply the patch for your system, as listed in the IBM Subscription service Bulletin. See References.
Consequences:
Obtain Information
References:
- IBM Subscription service Bulletin, AIX ps information leak at http://www14.software.ibm.com/webapp/set2/subscriptions/pqvcmjd?mode=18&ID=4075.
- BID-27434: IBM AIX 'ps' Local Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2008-0589: The ps program in bos.rte.control in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 allows local users to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.
- SA28609: IBM AIX Multiple Vulnerabilities
- SECTRACK ID: 1019265: AIX 'ps' Command Discloses Process Environment Variables to Local Users
- VUPEN/ADV-2008-0261: IBM AIX Multiple Privilege Escalation and Security Bypass Vulnerabilities
Reported:
Jan 22, 2008
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