CVE-2005-2234

CVE-2005-2234 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in the getlvname command in IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3, might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-2234?
Buffer overflow in the getlvname command in IBM AIX 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3, might allow local users to execute arbitrary code via long command line arguments.
How severe is CVE-2005-2234?
CVE-2005-2234 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-2234 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (40th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2234?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2005-2234 published?
CVE-2005-2234 was published on 2005-07-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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