Improper input validation in Oracle Solaris



Published: 2024-07-18
Risk Low
Patch available YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
CVE-ID CVE-2024-21151
CWE-ID CWE-20
Exploitation vector Local
Public exploit N/A
Vulnerable software
Subscribe 		Oracle Solaris
Operating systems & Components / Operating system

Vendor Oracle

Security Bulletin

This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.

1) Improper input validation

EUVDB-ID: #VU94593

Risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-21151

CWE-ID: CWE-20 - Improper input validation

Exploit availability: No

Description

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to perform service disruption.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the Filesystem component in Oracle Solaris. A local authenticated user can exploit this vulnerability to perform service disruption.

Mitigation

Install update from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Oracle Solaris: 11

CPE2.3 External links

http://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujul2024.html?1428


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.



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