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CVE-1999-0334

First published: Thu Dec 16 1993(Updated: )

In Solaris 2.2 and 2.3, when fsck fails on startup, it allows a local user with physical access to obtain root access.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS)
Sun SunOS=5.0
SunOS=5.0
=5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0334?

    CVE-1999-0334 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain root access.

  • How does CVE-1999-0334 affect Solaris systems?

    CVE-1999-0334 affects Solaris 2.2 and 2.3 by allowing local users with physical access to exploit a failing fsck process.

  • Can CVE-1999-0334 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-1999-0334 requires physical access to the machine to be exploited.

  • What versions of Solaris are impacted by CVE-1999-0334?

    CVE-1999-0334 impacts Solaris versions 2.2 and 2.3.

  • What are the recommended mitigations for CVE-1999-0334?

    To mitigate CVE-1999-0334, ensure that physical access to the system is restricted and perform necessary upgrades.

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