HIGH · 10.0

CVE-1999-0730

The zsoelim program in the Debian man-db package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.

Vulnerability Description

The zsoelim program in the Debian man-db package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.

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
DebianDebian Linux4.0

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0730?

CVE-1999-0730 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The zsoelim program in the Debian man-db package allows local users to overwrite files via a symlink attack.

How severe is CVE-1999-0730?

CVE-1999-0730 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-1999-0730?

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