What is the severity of CVE-1999-0270?

CVE-1999-0270 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0270?

To fix CVE-1999-0270, it is recommended to update to the latest version of SGI's Performer API Search Tool that addresses this directory traversal vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0270?

CVE-1999-0270 affects SGI IRIX versions 6.2, 6.3, and 6.4 running the pfdisplay.cgi program.

What is directory traversal in the context of CVE-1999-0270?

In the context of CVE-1999-0270, directory traversal refers to the vulnerability that allows an attacker to navigate outside of the intended directory and access sensitive files.

Can CVE-1999-0270 lead to unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-1999-0270 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the affected systems.

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CVE-1999-0270

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

3/4/1998

18/1/2000

3/4/2025

CVE-1999-0270

First published: Fri Apr 03 1998(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in pfdispaly.cgi program (sometimes referred to as "pfdisplay") for SGI's Performer API Search Tool (performer_tools) allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
SGI IRIX	=6.4
SGI IRIX	=6.3
SGI IRIX	=6.2
	=6.2
	=6.3
	=6.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0270?
CVE-1999-0270 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0270?
To fix CVE-1999-0270, it is recommended to update to the latest version of SGI's Performer API Search Tool that addresses this directory traversal vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0270?
CVE-1999-0270 affects SGI IRIX versions 6.2, 6.3, and 6.4 running the pfdisplay.cgi program.
What is directory traversal in the context of CVE-1999-0270?
In the context of CVE-1999-0270, directory traversal refers to the vulnerability that allows an attacker to navigate outside of the intended directory and access sensitive files.
Can CVE-1999-0270 lead to unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-1999-0270 can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the affected systems.

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