CVE-2008-4556
CriticalPublic exploitStack-based buffer overflow in the adm_build_path function in sadmind in Sun Solstice AdminSuite on Solaris 8 and 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.
Published Oct 14, 2008 · Updated Apr 22, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2008-4556 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 10.0 v2) affecting Solaris (Sun).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
10.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
70%
Higher than 99.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the adm_build_path function in sadmind in Sun Solstice AdminSuite on Solaris 8 and 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.
Affected Products
4 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| SolarisSun | 8, 9 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Oct 14, 2008
Last updated
Apr 22, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-119 Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
References
- advisory32283
- exploithttp://risesecurity.org/advisories/RISE-2008001.txt
- exploitMSF sadmind_adm_build_path.rb
- exploitExploitDB-16325
- exploitExploitDB-9920
FAQ
Common Questions.
Stack-based buffer overflow in the adm_build_path function in sadmind in Sun Solstice AdminSuite on Solaris 8 and 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request.
Affected: Solaris (Sun) versions 8, 9. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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