CVE-2009-0304: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-0304: The kernel in Sun Solaris 10 and 11 snv_101b, and OpenSolaris before snv_108, allows remote attackers to ca...

The kernel in Sun Solaris 10 and 11 snv_101b, and OpenSolaris before snv_108, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) via a crafted IPv6 packet, related to an "insufficient validation security vulnerability," as demonstrated by SunOSipv6.c.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 04:31 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy Solaris kernel crash issue triggered by a crafted IPv6 packet. The business impact is service disruption, not data theft, based on the provided record. It matters most where old Solaris or OpenSolaris systems still handle IPv6 traffic on reachable networks. Exposure is most plausible in legacy Solaris estates, lab systems, appliances, or neglected infrastructure still running Solaris 10, Solaris 11 snv_101b, or OpenSolaris before snv_108 with IPv6 reachable. Treat as a legacy availability risk. Prioritize internet-facing or business-critical Solaris systems first, especially where downtime would affect operations and patch status is unclear. Mitigation focus: Identify Solaris and OpenSolaris hosts and record exact build levels.; Review Sun/Oracle advisory 251006 for the supported vendor fix path.; Apply the relevant vendor kernel update or upgrade to a fixed build..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 27, 2009, 20:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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sun-solaris-ipv6packets-dos(48208)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
7865CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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