CVE-1999-0041: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Feb 13 1997(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in NLS (Natural Language Service).
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU C Library (glibc) | =5.0.9 | |
| GNU C Library (glibc) | =5.2.18 | |
| GNU C Library (glibc) | =5.3.12 | |
| Cray UNICOS | =1.5 | |
| Cray UNICOS | =9.0 | |
| Cray UNICOS | =9.2 | |
| Cray UNICOS | =1.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =3.2.5 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =4.0 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0041?
CVE-1999-0041 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0041?
To fix CVE-1999-0041, upgrade the affected GNU C Library to a version that is not vulnerable, or apply the appropriate security patches provided by your vendor.
What are the affected software versions for CVE-1999-0041?
CVE-1999-0041 affects specific versions of GNU C Library (glibc) from 5.0.9 to 5.3.12, as well as multiple versions of Cray UNICOS, IBM AIX, and Red Hat Linux.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-1999-0041?
Systems using affected versions of GNU C Library, Cray UNICOS, IBM AIX, and certain Linux distributions are vulnerable to CVE-1999-0041.
What is a buffer overflow in the context of CVE-1999-0041?
In the context of CVE-1999-0041, a buffer overflow occurs when the NLS (Natural Language Service) allows more data to be written to a buffer than it can hold, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
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