CVE-2020-2664 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

A vulnerability in the Oracle Solaris product of Oracle Systems allows unauthorized access to data and can impact system integrity.

Understanding CVE-2020-2664

This CVE involves a vulnerability in Oracle Solaris that can be exploited by low-privileged attackers to compromise the system.

What is CVE-2020-2664?

The vulnerability in Oracle Solaris (component: Filesystem) affects version 11, allowing attackers with login access to compromise the system. Successful attacks can lead to unauthorized data access and manipulation.

The Impact of CVE-2020-2664

Attackers can gain unauthorized access to Oracle Solaris data
Compromised integrity of Oracle Solaris
Potential impact on additional products

Technical Details of CVE-2020-2664

This section provides technical details of the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Oracle Solaris allows low-privileged attackers to compromise the system, potentially leading to unauthorized data access and manipulation.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Solaris Operating System
Vendor: Oracle Corporation
Affected Version: 11

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Attack Vector: Local
Privileges Required: Low
User Interaction: Required
Scope: Changed
CVSS 3.0 Base Score: 4.6 (Medium Severity)
CVSS Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-2664 is crucial for maintaining security.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Oracle
Monitor system logs for any suspicious activities
Restrict access to critical system components

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch Oracle Solaris
Conduct security training for system users
Implement access control measures

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security updates from Oracle
Apply patches promptly to mitigate vulnerabilities