Vulnerability Description
Character-Terminal User Environment (CUE) in HP-UX 11.0 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and gain root privileges via a symlink attack on the IOERROR.mytty file.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hp | Hp-Ux | <= 11.00 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602880019745&w=2
- http://security-archive.merton.ox.ac.uk/bugtraq-199801/0122.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/i-027b.shtml
- http://www.codetalker.com/advisories/vendor/hp/hpsbux9801-074.htmlPatchVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/2007.php
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602880019745&w=2
- http://security-archive.merton.ox.ac.uk/bugtraq-199801/0122.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/i-027b.shtml
- http://www.codetalker.com/advisories/vendor/hp/hpsbux9801-074.htmlPatchVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/2007.php
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1139?
CVE-1999-1139 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Character-Terminal User Environment (CUE) in HP-UX 11.0 and earlier allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files and gain root privileges via a symlink attack on the IOERROR.mytty file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1139?
CVE-1999-1139 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-1999-1139?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Hp-Ux.