Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2010-3406 concerns IBM AIX 5.3 systems where the sa_snap component in bos.esagent may let local users with system group membership delete files through unspecified vectors. This is not a remote internet-facing issue based on the supplied sources, but it can affect integrity and availability on legacy AIX hosts. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy IBM AIX 5.3 hosts with the bos.esagent fileset and local users in relevant system groups. Organizations without AIX 5.3, without bos.esagent, or without untrusted local users are less likely exposed. Treat this as a legacy platform hygiene issue unless exposed hosts support critical operations or shared local access. The main business concern is unauthorized file deletion on AIX systems, not broad remote compromise based on the supplied evidence. Mitigation focus: Inventory IBM AIX 5.3 systems and check for the bos.esagent fileset.; Review IBM APARs and the sa_snap advisory for vendor-supported remediation.; Apply relevant IBM fixes only through approved AIX maintenance processes..
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- ibm-aix-files-security-bypass(61775)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:12268CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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