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This flaw affects IBM Rational ClearCase RemoteClient versions where the rcleartool script was writable by any local user. A user with local access could alter that script to run unintended commands with elevated privileges. This is mainly a risk on shared developer, build, or release systems. Exposure is limited to systems running the affected IBM Rational ClearCase RemoteClient versions. Risk is highest where untrusted or lower-privileged users can log in locally, including shared engineering workstations, build hosts, and CI infrastructure. Treat this as a targeted remediation item for legacy ClearCase environments, especially shared development or build systems. It is not evidenced as internet-exploited in the supplied sources, but privilege escalation on source-control tooling can affect code integrity. Mitigation focus: Review IBM advisory swg21648811 for vendor remediation and supported fixed versions.; Inventory ClearCase RemoteClient installations and prioritize affected shared systems.; Restrict local access to affected hosts until remediation is confirmed..
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