CVE-1999-0192: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Oct 18 1997(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in telnet daemon tgetent routing allows remote attackers to gain root access via the TERMCAP environmental variable.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Linux | =4.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =4.1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =4.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =5.0 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =5.1 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =5.2 | |
| Red Hat Linux | =6.0 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.2 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.3 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.4 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.5 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.6 | |
| Slackware Linux | =3.9 | |
| Slackware Linux | =4.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0192?
CVE-1999-0192 is considered to have a high severity due to the ability of remote attackers to gain root access.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0192?
To fix CVE-1999-0192, you should upgrade to a patched version of the telnet daemon that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0192?
CVE-1999-0192 affects various versions of Slackware and Red Hat Linux, including versions 3.2 to 3.9 of Slackware and 4.0 to 6.0 of Red Hat.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0192?
CVE-1999-0192 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the telnet daemon affecting environmental variable handling.
Can CVE-1999-0192 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0192 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on the vulnerable system.
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