CWE
134
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-0965

First published: Fri Aug 08 2008(Updated: )

Multiple format string vulnerabilities in snoop on Sun Solaris 8 through 10 and OpenSolaris before snv_96, when the -o option is omitted, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an SMB packet.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=8
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=9
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)<=build_snv_95
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_89
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=9
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_19
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_01
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_92
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_88
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=8
Sun SunOS=5.8
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=10
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_22
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)
Sun SunOS=5.10
Sun SunOS=5.9
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_91
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_02
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_64
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=10
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)=build_snv_13

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-0965?

    CVE-2008-0965 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-0965?

    To fix CVE-2008-0965, apply the latest patches available for your version of Solaris or OpenSolaris.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2008-0965?

    CVE-2008-0965 affects Sun Solaris versions 8 to 10 and OpenSolaris builds prior to snv_96.

  • Can CVE-2008-0965 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2008-0965 can be exploited remotely through crafted SMB packets.

  • What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2008-0965?

    Exploitation of CVE-2008-0965 can lead to arbitrary code execution on the vulnerable system.

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