CVE-2003-1068
UnknownEPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2003-1068 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in utmp_update for Solaris 2.6 through 9 allows local users to gain root privileges, as identified by Sun BugID 4659277, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-1082.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in utmp_update for Solaris 2.6 through 9 allows local users to gain root privileges, as identified by Sun BugID 4659277, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-1082.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Solaris | 2.6 |
| Sun | Solaris | 7.0 |
| Sun | Solaris | 8.0 |
| Sun | Solaris | 9.0 |
| Sun | Sunos | All versions |
| Sun | Sunos | 5.7 |
| Sun | Sunos | 5.8 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8957/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-55260-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/8957/Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-55260-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2003-1068?
Buffer overflow in utmp_update for Solaris 2.6 through 9 allows local users to gain root privileges, as identified by Sun BugID 4659277, a different vulnerability than CVE-2003-1082.
How severe is CVE-2003-1068?
Severity scoring for CVE-2003-1068 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1068?
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.
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