Oracle Solaris Kernel Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in the Oracle Solaris product, specifically in the kernel component of Oracle Systems. This vulnerability affects Oracle Solaris 11 and can be easily exploited by a low-privileged attacker with logon access to the infrastructure where Oracle Solaris is running. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to cause a complete denial-of-service by hanging the system or causing a frequently repeatable crash. While the vulnerability is contained within Oracle Solaris, its impacts may extend to additional products, indicating a potential scope change.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability leads to a complete denial-of-service, causing the Oracle Solaris system to hang or crash frequently and repetitively.