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This issue could let a remote attacker log in to affected IBM AIX systems using LDAP authentication without knowing the real password. The source description limits the condition to AIX 6.1 with bos.rte.security 6.1.6.4 when ldap_auth is enabled in ldap.cfg. Likely exposure is legacy IBM AIX 6.1 systems using bos.rte.security 6.1.6.4 with LDAP login enabled. Systems not using ldap_auth, not running the affected AIX component, or not reachable for remote login are not described as affected by the provided sources. Treat this as high priority if legacy AIX systems remain in production with LDAP login enabled. Authentication bypass on infrastructure hosts can create direct business impact, but urgency depends on whether the specific version and configuration still exist. Mitigation focus: Review IBM advisory and APAR IZ97416 for official remediation details.; Apply the IBM-provided fix or update for affected AIX systems.; Disable ldap_auth where LDAP login is not required..
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