CDE dtterm buffer overflow could be exploited to gain root privileges
| dtterm-bo (878) |  High Risk |
Description:
The 'dtterm' program is vulnerable to buffer overflow via an environment variable. Vulnerable versions can be exploited to gain root privileges.
Platforms Affected:
- IBM, AIX 4.1
- IBM, AIX 4.2
- Open Group, Common Desktop Environment (CDE)
Remedy:
Install IBM fix IX68647 (AIX 4.1) or IX68676 (AIX 4.2) as appropriate.
Consequences:
Gain Privileges
References:
- BugTraq Mailing List, 1997-05-20 17:10:52, AIX 4.2 dtterm exploit at http://marc.theaimsgroup.com/?l=bugtraq&m=87602167418347&w=2.
- CVE-1999-0112: Buffer overflow in AIX dtterm program for the CDE.
Reported:
May 20, 1997
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