HIGH · 10.0

CVE-1999-0894

Red Hat Linux screen program does not use Unix98 ptys, allowing local users to write to other terminals.

Vulnerability Description

Red Hat Linux screen program does not use Unix98 ptys, allowing local users to write to other terminals.

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
RedhatLinuxAll versions

References

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0894?

CVE-1999-0894 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Red Hat Linux screen program does not use Unix98 ptys, allowing local users to write to other terminals.

How severe is CVE-1999-0894?

CVE-1999-0894 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-1999-0894?

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