CVE-2005-2870

Name: CVE-2005-2870
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2005-09-08T23:03:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.80%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2005-2870 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unknown vulnerability in the net-svc script on Solaris 10 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code on a DHCP client via certain DHCP responses.. EPSS estimates a 2.80% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unknown vulnerability in the net-svc script on Solaris 10 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code on a DHCP client via certain DHCP responses.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.80%

84.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sun	Solaris	10.0

References

http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-101897-1Vendor Advisory
http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-101897-1Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 8, 2005
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2005-2870?

Unknown vulnerability in the net-svc script on Solaris 10 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code on a DHCP client via certain DHCP responses.

How severe is CVE-2005-2870?

Severity scoring for CVE-2005-2870 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.80% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2005-2870?

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-2005-2870?

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Source: NVD / NIST