Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in chkey in Solaris 2.5.1 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via a long command line argument.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Solaris | 2.4 |
| Sun | Sunos | <= 5.5.1 |
References
- ftp://ftp.auscert.org.au/pub/auscert/advisory/AA-97.18.solaris.chkey.buffer.overPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602167418335&w=2
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doctype=coll&doc=secbull/144PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7442.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/207ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- ftp://ftp.auscert.org.au/pub/auscert/advisory/AA-97.18.solaris.chkey.buffer.overPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=87602167418335&w=2
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doctype=coll&doc=secbull/144PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7442.php
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/207ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1191?
CVE-1999-1191 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in chkey in Solaris 2.5.1 and earlier allows local users to gain root privileges via a long command line argument.
How severe is CVE-1999-1191?
CVE-1999-1191 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-1999-1191?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Solaris, Sun Sunos.