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CVE-1999-0064: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon May 26 1997(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in AIX lquerylv program gives root access to local users.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM AIX=3.2.5
IBM AIX=3.2.4
IBM AIX=4.1.4
IBM AIX=4.2
IBM AIX=4.1.5
IBM AIX=4.1.1
IBM AIX=4.1.2
IBM AIX=4.1
IBM AIX=4.1.3
IBM AIX=3.2
=3.2
=3.2.4
=3.2.5
=4.1
=4.1.1
=4.1.2
=4.1.3
=4.1.4
=4.1.5
=4.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0064?

    CVE-1999-0064 is considered critical due to its potential to grant root access to local users.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0064?

    To fix CVE-1999-0064, apply patches provided by IBM for the affected AIX versions.

  • Which AIX versions are affected by CVE-1999-0064?

    CVE-1999-0064 affects AIX versions 3.2, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 4.1, 4.1.1, 4.1.2, 4.1.3, 4.1.4, 4.1.5, and 4.2.

  • What causes the vulnerability CVE-1999-0064?

    CVE-1999-0064 is caused by a buffer overflow in the AIX lquerylv program.

  • Is CVE-1999-0064 a remote or local vulnerability?

    CVE-1999-0064 is a local vulnerability, allowing local users to gain elevated privileges.

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