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CVE-1999-0155

First published: Thu Aug 31 1995(Updated: )

The ghostscript command with the -dSAFER option allows remote attackers to execute commands.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Ghostscript=2.6
Ghostscript=3.22

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0155?

    CVE-1999-0155 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0155?

    To fix CVE-1999-0155, update to a patched version of Ghostscript that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions of Ghostscript are affected by CVE-1999-0155?

    CVE-1999-0155 affects Ghostscript versions 2.6 and 3.22.

  • What security implications does CVE-1999-0155 have for users?

    CVE-1999-0155 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands, posing significant security risks.

  • Is CVE-1999-0155 still relevant today?

    Despite its age, CVE-1999-0155 is relevant as legacy systems using affected versions may still exist and be exploitable.

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