Strix
26.1K

CVE-2009-2208

UnknownEPSS 0.35%

Last modified

CVE-2009-2208 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. FreeBSD 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, and 7.2 does not enforce permissions on the SIOCSIFINFO_IN6 IOCTL, which allows local users to modify or disable IPv6 network interfaces, as demonstrated by modifying the MTU.. EPSS estimates a 0.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

FreeBSD 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, and 7.2 does not enforce permissions on the SIOCSIFINFO_IN6 IOCTL, which allows local users to modify or disable IPv6 network interfaces, as demonstrated by modifying the MTU.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.35%

27.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
FreebsdFreebsd6.3
FreebsdFreebsd6.3_releng
FreebsdFreebsd6.4
FreebsdFreebsd7.1
FreebsdFreebsd7.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2208?
FreeBSD 6.3, 6.4, 7.1, and 7.2 does not enforce permissions on the SIOCSIFINFO_IN6 IOCTL, which allows local users to modify or disable IPv6 network interfaces, as demonstrated by modifying the MTU.
How severe is CVE-2009-2208?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2208 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2208?
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.

How Strix Helps

Related CVEs from 2009

View all 2009CVEs →

Are you affected by CVE-2009-2208?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST