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CVE-1999-0115

First published: Mon Sep 01 1997(Updated: )

AIX bugfiler program allows local users to gain root access.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM AIX=3.2.5
IBM AIX=3.2.4
IBM AIX=3.1
IBM AIX=3.2
=3.1
=3.2
=3.2.4
=3.2.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0115?

    CVE-1999-0115 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain root access.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0115?

    To remediate CVE-1999-0115, apply the recommended patches from IBM for affected versions of AIX.

  • Which versions of AIX are affected by CVE-1999-0115?

    CVE-1999-0115 affects AIX versions 3.1, 3.2, 3.2.4, and 3.2.5.

  • What impact does CVE-1999-0115 have on AIX systems?

    CVE-1999-0115 can lead to elevated privileges, compromising the integrity and security of the AIX system.

  • Who can exploit CVE-1999-0115?

    CVE-1999-0115 can be exploited by local users on the AIX system.

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