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CVE-2014-2533: /sbin/ifwatchd in BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS 6.4.x and 6.5.x allows local users to gain privileges by pro...

/sbin/ifwatchd in BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS 6.4.x and 6.5.x allows local users to gain privileges by providing an arbitrary program name as a command-line argument.

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This CVE describes a local privilege escalation issue in BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS 6.4.x and 6.5.x. A user already on the system may be able to gain higher privileges through /sbin/ifwatchd. Business urgency is highest for legacy QNX systems with local user access or shared operational accounts. Exposure is likely limited to systems running BlackBerry QNX Neutrino RTOS 6.4.x or 6.5.x where local users can invoke or influence /sbin/ifwatchd. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so inventory validation is required. Prioritize systems where QNX hosts critical operations and local access is shared, weakly controlled, or exposed through maintenance workflows. If affected systems are isolated and tightly administered, urgency is lower but remediation planning is still warranted. Mitigation focus: Inventory QNX Neutrino RTOS 6.4.x and 6.5.x systems.; Check BlackBerry QNX guidance for fixed releases or supported workarounds.; Restrict local account access to affected systems..

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