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CVE-1999-0078

First published: Thu Apr 18 1996(Updated: )

pcnfsd (aka rpc.pcnfsd) allows local users to change file permissions, or execute arbitrary commands through arguments in the RPC call.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
NCR MP-RAS=2.03
NCR MP-RAS=3.0
NCR MP-RAS=3.01
SGI IRIX=5.3
BSDI BSD/OS
FreeBSD Kernel=6.2-stable
HPE HP-UX
IBM AIX=3.2
IBM AIX=4.1
IBM AIX=4.2
NEC UP-UX V
next nextstep
Xinuos OpenServer=5
Xinuos UnixWare=2.1
Sun SunOS=4.1
Sun SunOS=5.4
Sun SunOS=5.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0078?

    CVE-1999-0078 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows local users to change file permissions or execute arbitrary commands.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0078?

    To fix CVE-1999-0078, you should update the affected software to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-1999-0078?

    CVE-1999-0078 affects multiple operating systems and software including NCR MP-RAS, SGI IRIX, and various versions of IBM AIX.

  • What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-1999-0078?

    Exploiting CVE-1999-0078 could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access and control over file permissions, potentially compromising system security.

  • Is CVE-1999-0078 a known vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-1999-0078 is a well-recognized vulnerability that has been documented in the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures system.

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