CVE-1999-0409 — MEDIUM (4.6)

Vulnerability Description

Buffer overflow in gnuplot in Linux version 3.5 allows local users to obtain root access.

CVSS Score

4.6

MEDIUM

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

Confidentiality

PARTIAL

Integrity

PARTIAL

Availability

PARTIAL

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Suse	Suse Linux	3.5

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/319
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/319

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0409?

CVE-1999-0409 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in gnuplot in Linux version 3.5 allows local users to obtain root access.

How severe is CVE-1999-0409?

CVE-1999-0409 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0409?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Suse Suse Linux.