CVE-2003-1069
First published: Tue Jun 03 2003(Updated: )
The Telnet daemon (in.telnetd) for Solaris 2.6 through 9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption by infinite loop).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.8 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =9.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =9.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.6 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =8.0 | |
| Sun SunOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-1069?
CVE-2003-1069 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1069?
To fix CVE-2003-1069, you should upgrade to the patched versions of the Solaris operating system that mitigate this Telnet daemon issue.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2003-1069?
CVE-2003-1069 affects Solaris versions 2.6 through 9, including SunOS 5.7, 5.8, and 8.0.
What type of attack does CVE-2003-1069 facilitate?
CVE-2003-1069 allows remote attackers to exploit the Telnet daemon, leading to CPU consumption and denial of service.
Is CVE-2003-1069 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2003-1069 is a remote vulnerability, allowing attackers to impact the system without local access.
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