Improper input validation in Oracle Solaris
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-21900 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-20 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| 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: #VU71329
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 3.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:L/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-21900
CWE-ID:
CWE-20 - Improper input validation
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote privileged user to manipulate or delete data.
The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation within the NSSwitch component in Oracle Solaris. A remote privileged user can exploit this vulnerability to manipulate or delete data.
MitigationInstall update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsOracle Solaris: 10 - 11
External linkshttp://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2023.html?1428
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
