Vulnerability Description
Solaris 2.6 HW3/98 installs admintool with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing it with a Trojan horse program.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Solaris | 2.6 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=90221101925880&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/290PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7296
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=90221101925880&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/290PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7296
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1027?
CVE-1999-1027 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Solaris 2.6 HW3/98 installs admintool with world-writable permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by replacing it with a Trojan horse program.
How severe is CVE-1999-1027?
CVE-1999-1027 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-1999-1027?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Solaris.