HIGH · 10.0

CVE-1999-0208

rpc.ypupdated (NIS) allows remote users to execute arbitrary commands.

Vulnerability Description

rpc.ypupdated (NIS) allows remote users to execute arbitrary commands.

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
SgiIrix3
IbmAix3.2
NecAsl Ux 4800All versions
NecEws-Ux VAll versions
NecUp-Ux VAll versions

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0208?

CVE-1999-0208 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). rpc.ypupdated (NIS) allows remote users to execute arbitrary commands.

How severe is CVE-1999-0208?

CVE-1999-0208 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-1999-0208?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sgi Irix, Ibm Aix, Nec Asl Ux 4800, Nec Ews-Ux V, Nec Up-Ux V.