CVE-1999-0099: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Oct 19 1995(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in syslog utility allows local or remote attackers to gain root privileges.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun SunOS | =5.3 | |
| Cray UNICOS | =9.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | =4.1.4 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.4 | |
| convex spp-ux | =10.2 | |
| BSDI BSD/OS | =2.0 | |
| Convex | =3 | |
| convex spp-ux | =11.0 | |
| Cray UNICOS | =8.3 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.4 | |
| Cray UNICOS | =8.0 | |
| Sun SunOS | =4.1.3u1 | |
| convex spp-ux | =11.1 | |
| Sun SunOS | =4.1.3 | |
| BSDI BSD/OS | =2.0.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1 | |
| IBM AIX | =3.2 | |
| convex spp-ux | =10.1 | |
| Convex 3D | =3 | |
| SunOS | =4.1.3 | |
| SunOS | =4.1.3u1 | |
| SunOS | =4.1.4 | |
| SunOS | =5.3 | |
| SunOS | =5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0099?
CVE-1999-0099 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local or remote attackers to gain root privileges.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0099?
To fix CVE-1999-0099, it is recommended to update the affected software packages to the latest version that patches the buffer overflow vulnerability.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0099?
CVE-1999-0099 affects multiple versions of BSDi, Convex OS, Cray UNICOS, IBM AIX, and Sun Solaris.
Can CVE-1999-0099 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0099 can be exploited remotely if the vulnerable syslog service is exposed to an untrusted network.
What could an attacker do if they exploit CVE-1999-0099?
If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code with root privileges, potentially compromising the entire system.
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