Security readout for executives and security teams
This CVE describes a Solaris kernel flaw where a local user could gain higher privileges by loading arbitrary kernel modules. Business risk is highest on legacy Solaris 2.6, 7, 8, or 9 systems that still allow local shell access. The provided sources do not identify active exploitation. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Solaris 2.6, 7, 8, and 9 systems where users can authenticate locally or run code on the host. Treat as high priority only where legacy Solaris is still present. The issue can turn a local foothold into full system control, but the supplied evidence does not show remote exploitation or active attacks. Mitigation focus: Identify any Solaris 2.6, 7, 8, or 9 hosts still in service.; Review Sun Alert 57479 and vendor guidance for official patches or workarounds.; Restrict local shell access to affected hosts to trusted administrators only..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- solaris-kernel-module-gain-privilege(14917)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:4532CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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