Vulnerability Description
A design flaw in the Z-Modem protocol allows the remote sender of a file to execute arbitrary programs on the client, as implemented in rz in the rzsz module of FreeBSD before 2.1.5, and possibly other programs.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | <= 2.1.5 |
References
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/old/FreeBSD-SA-96:17.rzsz.ascPatchVendor Advisory
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/g-31.shtmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7540.php
- ftp://ftp.FreeBSD.org/pub/FreeBSD/CERT/advisories/old/FreeBSD-SA-96:17.rzsz.ascPatchVendor Advisory
- http://ciac.llnl.gov/ciac/bulletins/g-31.shtmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7540.php
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1301?
CVE-1999-1301 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). A design flaw in the Z-Modem protocol allows the remote sender of a file to execute arbitrary programs on the client, as implemented in rz in the rzsz module of FreeBSD before 2.1.5, and possibly othe...
How severe is CVE-1999-1301?
CVE-1999-1301 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-1999-1301?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.