CVE-1999-0209: Medium severity Sun SunOS vulnerability
The SunView (SunTools) selectionsvc facility allows remote users to read files.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
SunView (SunTools)from your environment.Uninstall or remove SunView (SunTools) if the selection_svc facility is not required.
- Configuration
Disable or stop the selection_svc facility in SunView/SunTools to prevent remote users from reading files.
SunView (SunTools) selection_svc selection_svc enabled = false - Compensating control
Block or restrict network access to SunView/SunTools services (selection_svc) using firewall rules or network ACLs to prevent remote access.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0209?
CVE-1999-0209 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote users to read files.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0209?
To fix CVE-1999-0209, apply the latest security patches provided by SunOS for the affected versions.
Which versions of SunOS are affected by CVE-1999-0209?
CVE-1999-0209 affects SunOS versions 3.5 and 4.0 through 4.1.1.
What kind of files can be accessed through CVE-1999-0209?
CVE-1999-0209 allows unauthorized remote users to access arbitrary files on the affected SunOS systems.
Is CVE-1999-0209 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-1999-0209 is classified as a remote vulnerability, as it can be exploited by users outside the local network.