CVE-2002-1296
First published: Mon Dec 23 2002(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in priocntl system call in Solaris does allows local users to execute arbitrary code via ".." sequences in the pc_clname field of a pcinfo_t structure, which cause priocntl to load a malicious kernel module.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.8 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =9.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.6 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/10717.php
- http://sunsolve.Sun.COM/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doc=fsalert/49131
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/683673
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/6262
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=103842619803173&w=2
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A3637
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2002-1296?
CVE-2002-1296 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1296?
To fix CVE-2002-1296, upgrade to a patched version of Solaris that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2002-1296?
CVE-2002-1296 affects local users on Solaris systems, specifically versions 5.5.1 through 9.0.
What type of attack can be executed through CVE-2002-1296?
CVE-2002-1296 can be exploited to execute arbitrary code by leveraging directory traversal in the priocntl system call.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2002-1296?
The systems vulnerable to CVE-2002-1296 include various versions of SunOS and Solaris, particularly versions 2.6, 5.5.1, 5.7, 5.8, 7.0, 8.0, and 9.0.
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