Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old local buffer overflow in SunOS 5.8 SSP cb_reset. A person who already has local access could potentially run arbitrary code by supplying an overly long argument. It is not described as remotely exploitable in the provided sources. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy SunOS 5.8 systems with the SSP package and cb_reset installed. Systems without local user access are less exposed, based on the local attack requirement in the sources. Treat this as a legacy exposure issue. It is not shown as remotely exploitable, but affected SSP hosts may be operationally sensitive. Prioritize inventory, access restriction, and retirement or vendor-supported remediation. Mitigation focus: Inventory SunOS 5.8 systems and confirm whether SSP cb_reset is present.; Check current vendor or historical Sun guidance for supported fixes or retirement steps.; Remove or isolate obsolete SSP systems if they are no longer operationally required..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- sun-cbreset-bo(6726)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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