CVE-2012-3165

Name: CVE-2012-3165
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-10-17T00:55:01.477+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-3165 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Sun Solaris 8, 9, 10, and 11 allows local users to affect confidentiality and integrity via unknown vectors related to mailx.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Sun Solaris 8, 9, 10, and 11 allows local users to affect confidentiality and integrity via unknown vectors related to mailx.

Metrics

CVSS 3.0

/10

EPSS Probability

0.38%

30.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sun	Sunos	5.8
Sun	Sunos	5.9
Sun	Sunos	5.10
Sun	Sunos	5.11

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 17, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3165?

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Sun Solaris 8, 9, 10, and 11 allows local users to affect confidentiality and integrity via unknown vectors related to mailx.

How severe is CVE-2012-3165?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3165 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-3165?

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-2012-3165?

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Source: NVD / NIST