OSVDB ID: 7122 Title: IRIX syssgi Privilege Escalation |
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IRIX contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain access to unauthorized privileges. The issue is triggered when a local attacker reads and writes kernel memory via "SGI_IOPROBE" requests in the "syssgi()" system call. This flaw may allow a local attacker to gain root privileges, resulting in a loss of confidentiality and integrity. |
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Local Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Confidentiality, Loss of Integrity Exploit: Exploit Public Disclosure: OSVDB Verified |
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Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, SGI has released a patch to address this vulnerability. |
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