CVE-2003-0609: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 1, 2003
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in the runtime linker, ld.so.1, on Solaris 2.6 through 9 allows local users to gain root privileges via a long LDPRELOAD environment variable.
Affected Software
8 affected components
Sun SunOS=5.7
Sun SunOS=5.8
Sun Solaris=9.0
Sun Solaris=7.0
Sun Solaris=9.0
Sun Solaris=2.6
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun SunOS
Event History
Aug 1, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Aug 27, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0609?
CVE-2003-0609 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows local users to gain root privileges.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0609?
To fix CVE-2003-0609, ensure that the affected Solaris versions are updated with the latest security patches provided by Oracle.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2003-0609?
CVE-2003-0609 affects local users on Solaris 2.6 through 9 systems.
4
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2003-0609?
CVE-2003-0609 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2003-0609 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2003-0609 cannot be exploited remotely; it requires local access to the vulnerable system.