7.2
CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2005-0816: Buffer Overflow

First published: Sun Mar 20 2005(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in newgrp in Solaris 7 through 9 allows local users to gain root privileges.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow 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=8.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-0816?

    CVE-2005-0816 has a high severity rating due to the potential for local users to gain root privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-0816?

    To fix CVE-2005-0816, users should apply the latest patches provided by Oracle for affected versions of Solaris.

  • Which versions are affected by CVE-2005-0816?

    CVE-2005-0816 affects Solaris versions 7, 8, and 9, specifically on SPARC and x86 architectures.

  • Who can exploit CVE-2005-0816?

    CVE-2005-0816 can be exploited by any local user who has access to the system.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-0816?

    CVE-2005-0816 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

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