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CVE-2003-1066: Buffer overflow in the syslog daemon for Solaris 2.6 through 9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of...

Buffer overflow in the syslog daemon for Solaris 2.6 through 9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (syslogd crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via long syslog UDP packets.

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Solaris systems from versions 2.6 through 9 had a syslog daemon flaw where oversized UDP syslog messages could crash logging and may allow code execution. This matters most for legacy Solaris hosts still reachable by untrusted networks. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Solaris 2.6 through 9 systems running syslogd, especially where UDP syslog traffic is accepted from untrusted hosts or broad network ranges. Treat this as a legacy infrastructure risk. It is old, but any still-exposed Solaris host could lose logging and may face deeper compromise risk. Prioritize discovery, isolation, and retirement planning. Mitigation focus: Identify any Solaris 2.6 through 9 systems still operating.; Restrict inbound UDP syslog traffic to trusted log sources only.; Check the Sun or Oracle advisory for applicable legacy patches or guidance..

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