What is the severity of CVE-1999-0135?

CVE-1999-0135 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain root access.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0135?

To fix CVE-1999-0135, ensure that you apply the appropriate security patches for Solaris versions 2.5, 2.5.1, and SunOS 5.5.

Who is affected by CVE-1999-0135?

CVE-1999-0135 affects local users on Solaris 2.5, 2.5.1, and SunOS 5.5 systems.

What systems are vulnerable to CVE-1999-0135?

The vulnerable systems include Solaris 2.5, 2.5.1 for both x86 and PPC architectures, as well as SunOS 5.5 and 5.5.1.

What impact does CVE-1999-0135 have on systems?

CVE-1999-0135 allows local users to write to arbitrary files, potentially leading to unauthorized root access and system compromise.

Vulnerability/
CVE-1999-0135

high

7.2

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

25/7/1996

29/9/1999

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0135

First published: Thu Jul 25 1996(Updated: )

admintool in Solaris allows a local user to write to arbitrary files and gain root access.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=2.5
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=2.5.1
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=2.5.1
Sun SunOS	=5.5
Sun SunOS	=5.5.1

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Reference Links

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0135

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0135?
CVE-1999-0135 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0135?
To fix CVE-1999-0135, ensure that you apply the appropriate security patches for Solaris versions 2.5, 2.5.1, and SunOS 5.5.
Who is affected by CVE-1999-0135?
CVE-1999-0135 affects local users on Solaris 2.5, 2.5.1, and SunOS 5.5 systems.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-1999-0135?
The vulnerable systems include Solaris 2.5, 2.5.1 for both x86 and PPC architectures, as well as SunOS 5.5 and 5.5.1.
What impact does CVE-1999-0135 have on systems?
CVE-1999-0135 allows local users to write to arbitrary files, potentially leading to unauthorized root access and system compromise.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0135?
CVE-1999-0135 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0135?
To fix CVE-1999-0135, ensure that you apply the appropriate security patches for Solaris versions 2.5, 2.5.1, and SunOS 5.5.
Who is affected by CVE-1999-0135?
CVE-1999-0135 affects local users on Solaris 2.5, 2.5.1, and SunOS 5.5 systems.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-1999-0135?
The vulnerable systems include Solaris 2.5, 2.5.1 for both x86 and PPC architectures, as well as SunOS 5.5 and 5.5.1.
What impact does CVE-1999-0135 have on systems?
CVE-1999-0135 allows local users to write to arbitrary files, potentially leading to unauthorized root access and system compromise.