CVE-2009-3164

CVE-2009-3164 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Opensolaris with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the IPv6 networking stack in Sun Solaris 10, and OpenSolaris snv_01 through snv_82 and snv_111 through snv_122, when a Cassini GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter (aka CE) interface is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (panic) via vectors involving jumbo frames. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2009-2136.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-3164?
Unspecified vulnerability in the IPv6 networking stack in Sun Solaris 10, and OpenSolaris snv_01 through snv_82 and snv_111 through snv_122, when a Cassini GigaSwift Ethernet Adapter (aka CE) interface is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (panic) via vectors involving jumbo frames. NOTE: this issue exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2009-2136.
How severe is CVE-2009-3164?
CVE-2009-3164 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2009-3164 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-3164?
CVE-2009-3164 primarily affects Sun Opensolaris. In total, 190 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3164?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2009-3164 published?
CVE-2009-3164 was published on 2009-09-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (190)

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