CVE-2003-1059

Name: CVE-2003-1059
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2003-11-20T05:00:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2003-1059 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unknown vulnerability in the libraries for the PGX32 frame buffer in Solaris 2.5.1 and 2.6 through 9 allows local users to gain root access.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unknown vulnerability in the libraries for the PGX32 frame buffer in Solaris 2.5.1 and 2.6 through 9 allows local users to gain root access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.35%

26.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sun	Solaris	2.6
Sun	Solaris	9.0
Sun	Sunos	5.5.1
Sun	Sunos	5.7
Sun	Sunos	5.8

References

http://secunia.com/advisories/10267Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-57360-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-029.shtmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/2839Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9076Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13792
http://secunia.com/advisories/10267Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-57360-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/o-029.shtmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.osvdb.org/2839Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9076Patch, Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/13792

Timeline

Published: Nov 20, 2003
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2003-1059?

Unknown vulnerability in the libraries for the PGX32 frame buffer in Solaris 2.5.1 and 2.6 through 9 allows local users to gain root access.

How severe is CVE-2003-1059?

Severity scoring for CVE-2003-1059 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2003-1059?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2003-1059?

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Source: NVD / NIST