CVE-2005-1518
First published: Wed May 11 2005(Updated: )
Unknown vulnerability in Solaris 7 through 9, when using Federated Naming Services (FNS), autofs, and FNS X.500 configuration, allows local users to cause a denial of service (automountd crash) when "accessing" /xfn/_x500.
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 | =8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1518?
CVE-2005-1518 is classified as a local denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1518?
To fix CVE-2005-1518, ensure that your Solaris version is updated to the latest patch level that addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Solaris are affected by CVE-2005-1518?
CVE-2005-1518 affects Solaris 7, 8, and 9 operating systems.
What does CVE-2005-1518 allow a local user to do?
CVE-2005-1518 allows a local user to crash the automount daemon, causing a denial of service.
Is CVE-2005-1518 related to any specific services or configurations?
Yes, CVE-2005-1518 is related to the Federated Naming Services (FNS) and autofs configuration.
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