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CVE-2006-5010: Untrusted search path vulnerability in acctctl in IBM AIX 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary com...

Untrusted search path vulnerability in acctctl in IBM AIX 5.3.0 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands by modifying the path to point to a malicious mkdir program.

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CVE-2006-5010 affects IBM AIX 5.3.0. A local user could influence where acctctl looks for the mkdir program and cause it to run an unintended program. This is mainly a concern for legacy AIX systems with local user access. Exposure appears limited to IBM AIX 5.3.0 systems where local users can run or influence acctctl. Modern or non-AIX systems are not indicated as affected in the provided sources. Prioritize if IBM AIX 5.3.0 remains in production or supports sensitive workloads. Treat as a legacy local-exposure issue, not a broad internet-facing emergency based on available evidence. Mitigation focus: Review IBM APAR IY88681 and the IBM AIX security README.; Apply the relevant IBM fix or efix if applicable.; Limit local shell access on legacy AIX systems..

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