Executive brief
A vulnerability in the IBM AIX batch queue system allows both local and remote users to gain unauthorized elevated privileges. This component is responsible for managing scheduled tasks and print jobs across the network. An attacker could exploit this to bypass security controls, potentially leading to full system compromise or unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Technical details
The IBM AIX batch queue (bsh) contains a privilege escalation vulnerability when network printing is enabled. The flaw allows an attacker to gain elevated permissions beyond their intended level. The vulnerability is reachable both locally and over the network without requiring authentication. While specific root cause details (such as buffer overflow or insecure file handling) are not detailed in the legacy advisory, the impact allows for unauthorized modification and access to the operating system. This issue was originally identified in 1994 and affects legacy AIX environments.
Affected products
- IBM AIX
Timeline
- 1994-06-03: disclosed: Initial publication date in NVD