How severe is CVE-2014-6473?

CVE-2014-6473 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2014-6473 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-6473?

CVE-2014-6473 primarily affects Sun Sunos. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-6473?

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-2014-6473 published?

CVE-2014-6473 was published on 2014-10-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-6473

CVE-2014-6473 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Sunos with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sun Sunos
Published: 2014-10-15
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Sun Solaris 10 and 11 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Zone Framework.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-6473?: Unspecified vulnerability in Oracle Sun Solaris 10 and 11 allows local users to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via unknown vectors related to Zone Framework.
How severe is CVE-2014-6473?: CVE-2014-6473 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2014-6473 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-6473?: CVE-2014-6473 primarily affects Sun Sunos. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6473?: 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-2014-6473 published?: CVE-2014-6473 was published on 2014-10-15 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:sun:sunos:5.11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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