CVE-1999-0123: Race Condition

Published Dec 1, 1995
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Updated

Race condition in Linux mailx command allows local users to read user files.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Slackware Slackware Linux=3.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Remove

    Remove slackware/mailx from your environment.

    Uninstall the mailx package from affected systems if it is not required.

  2. Compensating control

    Restrict local user access and privileges: disable or remove untrusted local accounts and enforce least privilege to prevent untrusted local users from reading other users' files.

  3. Operational

    Audit for potential exposure: review local access logs and file access timestamps for signs that user files were read via mailx; assume possible exposure of any exposed files and remediate (restore from safe backups, notify affected users) as appropriate.

Event History

Dec 1, 1995
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 4, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0123?

CVE-1999-0123 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its potential to allow local users to read sensitive files.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-0123?

To fix CVE-1999-0123, it's recommended to update the Linux mailx command to a version that does not have this race condition vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-1999-0123?

CVE-1999-0123 affects local users on systems running Slackware Linux version 3.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0123?

CVE-1999-0123 is a race condition vulnerability that can be exploited by local users.

5

Is CVE-1999-0123 still a concern today?

While CVE-1999-0123 is an older vulnerability, it can still pose a risk on legacy systems that have not been patched.

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