CVE-2008-1593: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-1593: The checkpoint and restart feature in the kernel in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 does not properly protect ker...

The checkpoint and restart feature in the kernel in IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 does not properly protect kernel memory, which allows local users to read and modify portions of memory and gain privileges via unspecified vectors involving a restart of a 64-bit process, probably related to the as_getadsp64 function.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 08:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a local privilege escalation issue in legacy IBM AIX. A user already on the system could abuse the kernel checkpoint/restart feature to read or modify kernel memory and potentially gain higher privileges. It matters mainly where AIX 5.2, 5.3, or 6.1 systems still exist. Exposure is likely limited to legacy IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, and 6.1 hosts, especially systems allowing local shell access or multi-user workloads. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so confirm against IBM APAR guidance. Treat as high priority for any remaining legacy AIX estate with local users. It is not a broad internet-facing emergency from the supplied evidence, but kernel memory modification and privilege gain justify prompt verification and remediation. Mitigation focus: Identify any IBM AIX 5.2, 5.3, or 6.1 systems.; Review IBM APARs IZ11820, IZ12794, IZ16992, and IZ17111.; Apply IBM-provided fixes or maintenance levels applicable to each host..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 31, 2008, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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