CVE-2012-3178

Name: CVE-2012-3178
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2013-01-17T01:55:02.843+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.29%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-3178 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in the kernel in Oracle Sun Solaris 11 allows local users to affect availability via unknown vectors.. EPSS estimates a 0.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the kernel in Oracle Sun Solaris 11 allows local users to affect availability via unknown vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.29%

20.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sun	Sunos	5.11

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 17, 2013
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3178?

Unspecified vulnerability in the kernel in Oracle Sun Solaris 11 allows local users to affect availability via unknown vectors.

How severe is CVE-2012-3178?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3178 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-3178?

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-2012-3178?

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Source: NVD / NIST