CVE-2004-2686: Path Traversal
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
Directory traversal vulnerability in the vfs_getvfssw function in Solaris 2.6, 7, 8, and 9 allows local users to load arbitrary kernel modules via crafted (1) mount or (2) sysfs system calls. NOTE: this might be the same issue as CVE-2004-1767, but there are insufficient details to be sure.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.8 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =9.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.9 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.6 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =8.0 | |
| Sun SunOS |
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Reference Links
- http://www.immunitysec.com/downloads/solaris_kernel_vfs.sxw.pdf
- http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2004/Apr/0081.html
- http://www.derkeiler.com/Mailing-Lists/Full-Disclosure/2004-04/0297.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9962
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1008833
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1381
Frequently Asked Questions
What systems are affected by CVE-2004-2686?
CVE-2004-2686 affects Solaris 2.6, 7, 8, and 9, including specific versions of SunOS.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2004-2686?
CVE-2004-2686 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows local users to load arbitrary kernel modules.
What can an attacker do by exploiting CVE-2004-2686?
An attacker exploiting CVE-2004-2686 can potentially execute malicious code in the kernel, compromising system integrity.
How do I mitigate the risk of CVE-2004-2686?
To mitigate CVE-2004-2686, users should upgrade to a patched version of Solaris or apply any recommended security updates.
Is CVE-2004-2686 related to any other vulnerabilities?
Yes, CVE-2004-2686 might be related to CVE-2004-1767, although details to confirm this connection are insufficient.
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