CVE-2006-4319: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 24, 2006
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the format command in Solaris 8, 9, and 10 allows local users with access to format (such as the "File System Management" RBAC profile) to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-4307.

Affected Software

13 affected components
Sun Solaris=10.0-hw2
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun SunOS=5.8
Sun Solaris=9.0
Sun Solaris=10.0
Sun SunOS=5.10
Sun SunOS=5.9
Sun Solaris=9.0
Sun Solaris=10.0
Sun Solaris=8.0-beta
Sun Solaris=9.0-x86_update_2
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun Solaris=10.0

Event History

Aug 24, 2006
CVE Published
01:04 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4319?

CVE-2006-4319 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for allowing local users to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4319?

To mitigate CVE-2006-4319, it is recommended to apply the latest security patches provided by Oracle for Solaris 8, 9, and 10.

3

What software versions are affected by CVE-2006-4319?

CVE-2006-4319 affects Solaris 8, 9, and 10 along with specific versions of SunOS 5.8, 5.9, and 5.10.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2006-4319?

Local users with access to the format command can exploit CVE-2006-4319.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2006-4319?

The exploitation of CVE-2006-4319 can lead to unauthorized code execution and potential system compromise.

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