CVE-2008-5661
UnknownEPSS 2.16%
Last modified
CVE-2008-5661 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The IPv4 Forwarding feature in Sun Solaris 10 and OpenSolaris snv_47 through snv_82, with certain patches installed, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (panic) via unknown vectors that trigger a NULL pointer dereference.. EPSS estimates a 2.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The IPv4 Forwarding feature in Sun Solaris 10 and OpenSolaris snv_47 through snv_82, with certain patches installed, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (panic) via unknown vectors that trigger a NULL pointer dereference.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_47 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_48 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_49 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_50 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_51 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_52 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_53 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_54 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_55 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_56 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_57 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_58 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_59 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_60 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_61 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_62 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_63 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_64 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_65 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_66 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_67 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_68 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_69 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_70 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_71 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_72 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_73 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_74 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_75 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_76 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_77 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_78 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_79 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_80 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_81 |
| Sun | Opensolaris | snv_82 |
| Sun | Solaris | 10 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33148Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-241126-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33148Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-241126-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-5661?
The IPv4 Forwarding feature in Sun Solaris 10 and OpenSolaris snv_47 through snv_82, with certain patches installed, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (panic) via unknown vectors that trigger a NULL pointer dereference.
How severe is CVE-2008-5661?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5661 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5661?
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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