Vulnerability Description
Ethereal allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the packet capture file.
CVSS Score
7.2
HIGH
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ethereal Group | Ethereal | All versions |
References
- http://www.ethereal.com/lists/ethereal-dev/199907/msg00126.htmlVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.ethereal.com/lists/ethereal-dev/199907/msg00130.htmlVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/3334
- http://www.ethereal.com/lists/ethereal-dev/199907/msg00126.htmlVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- http://www.ethereal.com/lists/ethereal-dev/199907/msg00130.htmlVendor AdvisoryURL Repurposed
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/3334
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1227?
CVE-1999-1227 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Ethereal allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on the packet capture file.
How severe is CVE-1999-1227?
CVE-1999-1227 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-1999-1227?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ethereal Group Ethereal.