CVE-2002-0084: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 7, 2002
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the fscachesetup function of cachefsd in Solaris 2.6, 7, and 8 allows local users to gain root privileges via a long mount argument.
Affected Software
4 affected components
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun SunOS=5.7
Sun Solaris=2.6
Sun Solaris=8.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 7, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2002-0084?
CVE-2002-0084 has a high severity rating as it allows local users to gain root privileges through a buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2002-0084?
To fix CVE-2002-0084, it is recommended to apply the appropriate patches provided by Oracle for affected Solaris versions.
3
What versions of Solaris are affected by CVE-2002-0084?
CVE-2002-0084 affects Solaris versions 2.6, 7, and 8.
4
What is the cause of CVE-2002-0084?
CVE-2002-0084 is caused by a buffer overflow in the fscache_setup function of cachefsd.
5
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2002-0084?
A potential workaround for CVE-2002-0084 is to limit user access to the cachefsd function or avoid using long mount arguments.