MEDIUM
CVE-2009-2187
CWE-399Published: June 25, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
4.9
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Multiple memory leaks in the (1) IP and (2) IPv6 multicast implementation in the kernel in Sun Solaris 10, and OpenSolaris snv_67 through snv_93, allow local users to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via vectors related to the association of (a) DL_ENABMULTI_REQ and (b) DL_DISABMULTI_REQ messages with ARP messages.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2009-2187 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityC
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Vendors & Products
sun2 product(s)
opensolarissolaris
Source: NVD CPE · 28 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (12)
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http://secunia.com/advisories/35552Vendor Advisory
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http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-66-262408-1Patch · Vendor Advisory
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http://secunia.com/advisories/35552Vendor Advisory
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http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-66-262408-1Patch · Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2009-2187
CVSS Score4.9 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-399
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJun 25, 2009
Related CVEs (CWE-399)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2009-2187 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.