CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2009-3519

First published: Thu Oct 01 2009(Updated: )

Multiple memory leaks in the IP module in the kernel in Sun Solaris 8 through 10, and OpenSolaris before snv_109, allow local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via vectors related to (1) M_DATA, (2) M_PROTO, (3) M_PCPROTO, and (4) M_SIG STREAMS messages.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Solaris SPARC=8
Oracle Solaris SPARC=9
Oracle Solaris SPARC=10
Solaris<snv_109

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-3519?

    CVE-2009-3519 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for denial of service caused by memory consumption.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-3519?

    To mitigate CVE-2009-3519, upgrading to a patched version of Oracle Solaris or OpenSolaris is recommended.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2009-3519?

    CVE-2009-3519 affects local users of Sun Solaris versions 8, 9, and 10, as well as OpenSolaris before snv_109.

  • What types of messages can trigger CVE-2009-3519?

    CVE-2009-3519 can be triggered by M_DATA, M_PROTO, M_PCPROTO, and M_SIG STREAMS messages.

  • What are the potential consequences of CVE-2009-3519?

    The primary consequence of CVE-2009-3519 is a denial of service due to memory leaks that lead to excessive memory consumption.

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