Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the AddSuLog function of the CDE dtaction utility allows local users to gain root privileges via a long user name.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Cde | Cde | 1.0.1 |
| Digital | Unix | 4.0d |
| Ibm | Aix | 4.1 |
| Sun | Solaris | 2.4 |
| Sun | Sunos | 5.4 |
References
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doctype=coll&doc=secbull/192
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/635
- http://www1.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=HPSBUX9909-103
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doctype=coll&doc=secbull/192
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/635
- http://www1.itrc.hp.com/service/cki/docDisplay.do?docId=HPSBUX9909-103
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-0691?
CVE-1999-0691 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the AddSuLog function of the CDE dtaction utility allows local users to gain root privileges via a long user name.
How severe is CVE-1999-0691?
CVE-1999-0691 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0691?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Cde Cde, Digital Unix, Ibm Aix, Sun Solaris, Sun Sunos.