CVE-2005-4796
First published: Sat Dec 31 2005(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in the XView library (libxview.so) in Solaris 2.5 to 10 allows local users to corrupt files via unknown vectors related to the handling of the clipboard selection while an XView application exits.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.5 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.7 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.8 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =9.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =10.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =7.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =9.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5.1 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =2.6 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =8.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris SPARC | =10.0 | |
| Sun SunOS |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-4796?
CVE-2005-4796 is considered a vulnerability that allows local users to corrupt files.
How do I fix CVE-2005-4796?
To mitigate CVE-2005-4796, ensure that your Solaris system is updated to a fixed version as released by Oracle.
What versions of Solaris are affected by CVE-2005-4796?
CVE-2005-4796 affects Solaris versions 2.5, 2.5.1, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, and 10.0.
What components of the XView library are involved in CVE-2005-4796?
CVE-2005-4796 specifically involves the libxview.so component of the XView library.
Is CVE-2005-4796 specific to local users?
Yes, CVE-2005-4796 specifically allows local users to exploit the vulnerability.
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