CVE-1999-0208
First published: Tue Dec 12 1995(Updated: )
rpc.ypupdated (NIS) allows remote users to execute arbitrary commands.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SGI IRIX | =3 | |
| SGI IRIX | =4 | |
| SGI IRIX | =5.0 | |
| SGI IRIX | =5.1 | |
| SGI IRIX | =5.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =3.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =4.1 | |
| NEC ASL UX 4800 | ||
| NEC EWS-UX V | ||
| NEC UP-UX V |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0208?
CVE-1999-0208 is classified as a critical vulnerability because it allows remote users to execute arbitrary commands.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0208?
To fix CVE-1999-0208, update your system to a version of SGI IRIX, IBM AIX, or NEC ASL that is not affected by this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-1999-0208?
CVE-1999-0208 affects SGI IRIX versions 3 to 5.2, IBM AIX versions 3.2 and 4.1, and various NEC operating systems.
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-1999-0208?
CVE-1999-0208 can be exploited to gain unauthorized access to the system by executing arbitrary commands remotely.
Is there a workaround for CVE-1999-0208?
While patching is the recommended approach, temporarily disabling the rpc.ypupdated service can serve as a workaround for CVE-1999-0208.
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