CVE-2003-1063
First published: Wed Aug 20 2003(Updated: )
The patches (1) 105693-13, (2) 108800-02, (3) 105694-13, and (4) 108801-02 for cachefs on Solaris 2.6 and 7 overwrite the inetd.conf file, which may silently reenable services and allow remote attackers to bypass the intended security policy.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.6 | |
| Sun SunOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-1063?
CVE-2003-1063 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote attackers to bypass security policies.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1063?
To fix CVE-2003-1063, it is essential to apply the appropriate patches that prevent the overwriting of the inetd.conf file.
What systems are affected by CVE-2003-1063?
CVE-2003-1063 affects Solaris 2.6 and Solaris 7.0 systems.
What could potentially happen if CVE-2003-1063 is exploited?
Exploitation of CVE-2003-1063 could lead to the unintended re-enabling of disabled services, increasing the risk of unauthorized access.
Is CVE-2003-1063 still a risk for modern systems?
While CVE-2003-1063 specifically targets older versions of Solaris, systems still using these versions remain at risk if not updated.
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