Vulnerability Description
cmdtool in OpenWindows 3.0 and XView 3.0 in SunOS 4.1.4 and earlier allows attackers with physical access to the system to display unechoed characters (such as those from password prompts) via the L2/AGAIN key.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Sunos | - |
References
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doc=fpatches%2F100452&zone_32=10045%Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7482
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/pub-cgi/retrieve.pl?doc=fpatches%2F100452&zone_32=10045%Patch
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/7482
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1297?
CVE-1999-1297 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). cmdtool in OpenWindows 3.0 and XView 3.0 in SunOS 4.1.4 and earlier allows attackers with physical access to the system to display unechoed characters (such as those from password prompts) via the L2/...
How severe is CVE-1999-1297?
CVE-1999-1297 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1297?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Sunos.