Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Korn Shell (ksh) suid_exec program on IRIX 6.x and earlier, and possibly other operating systems, allows local users to gain root privileges.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sgi | Irix | 5.0 |
References
- ftp://ftp.auscert.org.au/pub/auscert/advisory/AA-96.17.suid_exec.vul
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/19980405-01-IPatchVendor Advisory
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/h-15a.shtmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/467ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/2100
- ftp://ftp.auscert.org.au/pub/auscert/advisory/AA-96.17.suid_exec.vul
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/19980405-01-IPatchVendor Advisory
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/h-15a.shtmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/467ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/2100
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1114?
CVE-1999-1114 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Korn Shell (ksh) suid_exec program on IRIX 6.x and earlier, and possibly other operating systems, allows local users to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-1999-1114?
CVE-1999-1114 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-1999-1114?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sgi Irix.