CVE-2008-1593 describes a kernel memory protection vulnerability in the checkpoint and restart feature of IBM AIX versions 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1. This flaw allows local users to read and modify kernel memory, potentially leading to privilege escalation, likely through issues related to the as_getadsp64 function during a 64-bit process restart. With a CVSS score of 7.2 (High), it indicates a local attack vector with low complexity, resulting in complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. There is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
5.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:ibm:aix:5.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:ibm:aix:5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
6.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:o:ibm:aix:6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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