HIGH · 10.0

CVE-1999-0097

The AIX FTP client can be forced to execute commands from a malicious server through shell metacharacters (e.g. a pipe character).

Vulnerability Description

The AIX FTP client can be forced to execute commands from a malicious server through shell metacharacters (e.g. a pipe character).

CVSS Score

10.0

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Confidentiality
COMPLETE
Integrity
COMPLETE
Availability
COMPLETE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
HpHp-Ux9.00
IbmAix3.2
SunSolaris2.4
SunSunos-

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0097?

CVE-1999-0097 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The AIX FTP client can be forced to execute commands from a malicious server through shell metacharacters (e.g. a pipe character).

How severe is CVE-1999-0097?

CVE-1999-0097 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0097?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Hp-Ux, Ibm Aix, Sun Solaris, Sun Sunos.