Vulnerability Description
UnixWare programs that dump core allow a local user to modify files via a symlink attack on the ./core.pid file.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sco | Unixware | 7.0 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94530783815434&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94581379905584&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94606167110764&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/851
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=19991203020720.13
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94530783815434&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94581379905584&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94606167110764&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/851
- http://www.securityfocus.com/templates/archive.pike?list=1&msg=19991203020720.13
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-0864?
CVE-1999-0864 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). UnixWare programs that dump core allow a local user to modify files via a symlink attack on the ./core.pid file.
How severe is CVE-1999-0864?
CVE-1999-0864 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-1999-0864?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sco Unixware.