Sun ONE Directory Server and Sun Java System Directory Server contains a flaw that may allow a remote/local denial of service. The issue is triggered when a local or remote unprivileged user may be able to execute arbitrary commands on a vulnerable LDAP server with the privileges of the LDAP process or terminate the LDAP process, and will result in loss of availability for the LDAP service.
Classification
Location:
Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type:
Denial of Service,
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Availability
Exploit:
Exploit Available
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Sun Microsystems, Inc., has released a patch to address this vulnerability.