Vulnerability Description
BSD 4.4 based operating systems, when running at security level 1, allow the root user to clear the immutable and append-only flags for files by unmounting the file system and using a file system editor such as fsdb to directly modify the file through a device.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bsd | Bsd | 4.4 |
References
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=93094058620450&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/510
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=93094058620450&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/510
FAQ
What is CVE-1999-1394?
CVE-1999-1394 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). BSD 4.4 based operating systems, when running at security level 1, allow the root user to clear the immutable and append-only flags for files by unmounting the file system and using a file system edit...
How severe is CVE-1999-1394?
CVE-1999-1394 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-1999-1394?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Bsd Bsd.