Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2003-0722 affects default Solaris sadmind installations using weak AUTH_SYS authentication. An attacker may spoof a legitimate Solstice AdminSuite client and gain root privileges. This is serious for any remaining legacy Solaris systems, especially if sadmind is reachable over a network. Exposure is most likely on legacy Solaris hosts with default sadmind or Solstice AdminSuite components enabled. Internet or broad internal network reachability would increase urgency. The source bundle lists affected vendor/product as unavailable, so version scoping requires vendor or asset validation. Prioritize quickly if Solaris remains in production. The business risk is full administrative compromise of legacy hosts. If no Solaris or sadmind exists, urgency drops to documentation and asset assurance. Mitigation focus: Inventory Solaris systems and identify any sadmind or Solstice AdminSuite use.; Review Sun Alert 56740, CERT VU#41870, and local vendor support guidance.; Apply vendor-approved patches or configuration changes where available..
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- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:1273CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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