CVE-2009-0171: Critical severity Sun Sparc Enterprise Server vulnerability

Published Jan 16, 2009
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Updated

The Sun SPARC Enterprise M4000 and M5000 Server, within a certain range of serial numbers, allows remote attackers to use the manufacturing root password, perform a root login to the eXtended System Control Facility Unit (aka XSCFU or Service Processor), and have unspecified other impact.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Sun Sparc Enterprise Server=m4000
Sun Sparc Enterprise Server=m5000

Event History

Jan 16, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-0171?

CVE-2009-0171 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote attackers to gain root access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-0171?

To remediate CVE-2009-0171, ensure that the manufacturing root password is changed immediately and access is restricted.

3

What are the affected devices for CVE-2009-0171?

CVE-2009-0171 affects the Sun SPARC Enterprise M4000 and M5000 servers within a specific range of serial numbers.

4

What impact does CVE-2009-0171 have on affected systems?

CVE-2009-0171 allows remote attackers to perform a root login and possibly execute unauthorized commands on affected servers.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2009-0171?

There is no specific patch for CVE-2009-0171; mitigation involves changing the root password and tightening access controls.

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