CVE-2004-0545: LVM for AIX 5.1 and 5.2 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack.

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old AIX LVM issue where a local user could cause LVM commands to overwrite files through a symlink attack. It matters mainly where AIX 5.1 or 5.2 systems still exist and untrusted users have local access. Exposure is likely limited to legacy IBM AIX 5.1 and 5.2 systems using LVM, especially multi-user hosts or environments where local shell access is granted. Treat as a targeted legacy-platform risk. It is not described as remotely exploitable, but arbitrary file overwrite on AIX infrastructure can become operationally serious where local access is broad. Mitigation focus: Identify any AIX 5.1 or 5.2 systems using LVM.; Check IBM advisory and support guidance for official remediation.; Restrict local shell access to trusted users only..

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Jun 30, 2026, 05:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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