Input validation error in Oracle Solaris
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2015-4837 |
| 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) Input validation error
EUVDB-ID: #VU40629
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2015-4837
CWE-ID:
CWE-20 - Improper input validation
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local #AU# to execute arbitrary code.
Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Sun Solaris 11.2 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Utility/Security.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsOracle Solaris: 11.2
External linkshttp://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpuoct2015-2367953.html
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033881
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.
