CVE-1999-0164: Race Condition
First published: Tue Aug 29 1995(Updated: )
A race condition in the Solaris ps command allows an attacker to overwrite critical files.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun SunOS | =5.3 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.4 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.4 | |
| SunOS | =5.3 | |
| SunOS | =5.4 | |
| SunOS | =5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0164?
CVE-1999-0164 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow an attacker to overwrite critical files.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0164?
To fix CVE-1999-0164, update the Solaris operating system to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0164?
CVE-1999-0164 affects specific versions of SunOS, primarily versions 5.3 and 5.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0164?
CVE-1999-0164 is a race condition vulnerability linked to the Solaris ps command.
Can CVE-1999-0164 be exploited remotely?
CVE-1999-0164 can potentially be exploited locally by an authenticated user with access to execute the ps command.
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