SB2017062227 - Buffer overflow in Oracle Solaris

Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.

1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-3629)

The vulnerability allows a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code.

Vulnerability in the Solaris component of Oracle Sun Systems Products Suite (subcomponent: Kernel). Supported versions that are affected are 10 and 11. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with logon to the infrastructure where Solaris executes to compromise Solaris. Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in takeover of Solaris. CVSS 3.0 Base Score 7.8 (Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H).

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References

• http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/alert-cve-2017-3629-3757403.html
• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99150
• https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42270/
• https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45625/