CVE-1999-0961 — MEDIUM (6.2)

Vulnerability Description

HPUX sysdiag allows local users to gain root privileges via a symlink attack during log file creation.

CVSS Score

6.2

MEDIUM

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

Confidentiality

COMPLETE

Integrity

COMPLETE

Availability

COMPLETE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Hp-Ux	9.04

References

http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602167419906&w=2
http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602167419906&w=2

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0961?

CVE-1999-0961 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.2 (MEDIUM). HPUX sysdiag allows local users to gain root privileges via a symlink attack during log file creation.

How severe is CVE-1999-0961?

CVE-1999-0961 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0961?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Hp-Ux.