CVE-2006-4303: Race Condition
Published Aug 23, 2006
·Updated
Race condition in (1) libnsl and (2) TLI/XTI API routines in Sun Solaris 10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service ("tight loop" and CPU consumption for listener applications) via unknown vectors related to TCP fusion (dotcpfusion).
Affected Software
1 affected component
Sun Solaris=10.0
Event History
Aug 23, 2006
CVE Published
01:04 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4303?
CVE-2006-4303 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-4303?
To fix CVE-2006-4303, apply the latest patches and updates provided by Oracle for Solaris 10.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2006-4303?
CVE-2006-4303 affects Solaris 10 on SPARC architecture.
4
What kind of attack does CVE-2006-4303 enable?
CVE-2006-4303 enables remote attackers to create a tight loop, leading to high CPU consumption for listener applications.
5
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-4303?
While there is no official workaround for CVE-2006-4303, minimizing exposure to untrusted networks can help mitigate risks.