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CVE-1999-0039: Command Injection

First published: Tue May 06 1997(Updated: )

webdist CGI program (webdist.cgi) in SGI IRIX allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the distloc parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SGI IRIX=5.3
SGI IRIX=6.1
SGI IRIX=5.0
SGI IRIX=5.1
SGI IRIX=5.2
SGI IRIX=6.3
SGI IRIX=6.2
=5.0
=5.1
=5.2
=5.3
=6.1
=6.2
=6.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0039?

    CVE-1999-0039 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote command execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0039?

    To mitigate CVE-1999-0039, you should update to a patched version of SGI IRIX where this vulnerability has been addressed.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-1999-0039?

    CVE-1999-0039 affects SGI IRIX versions 5.0, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 6.1, 6.2, and 6.3.

  • What type of attack can be performed using CVE-1999-0039?

    CVE-1999-0039 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the vulnerable system.

  • Is CVE-1999-0039 still relevant today?

    While CVE-1999-0039 is an older vulnerability, its presence in legacy systems may still pose security risks.

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