CVE-1999-0374: Low severity Debian Debian Linux vulnerability

Published Feb 16, 1999
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Updated

Debian GNU/Linux cfengine package is susceptible to a symlink attack.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Debian Debian Linux=2.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Remove

    Remove debian/cfengine from your environment.

    If cfengine is not required, uninstall the debian cfengine package to remove the vulnerable component.

  2. Operational

    There are no fixed versions listed. Monitor Debian security advisories and vendor updates for a patched cfengine package and apply the vendor-provided update or patch as soon as it becomes available. Test the update before deploying to production.

Event History

Feb 16, 1999
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 29, 1999
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0374?

The severity of CVE-1999-0374 is classified as moderate due to its potential for a symlink attack.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-0374?

To fix CVE-1999-0374, update the cfengine package to the latest version available in the Debian repository.

3

Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0374?

CVE-1999-0374 affects Debian GNU/Linux version 2.0.

4

What type of attack does CVE-1999-0374 involve?

CVE-1999-0374 involves a symlink attack that can exploit vulnerabilities in file handling.

5

Can CVE-1999-0374 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-1999-0374 can be exploited remotely if an attacker has access to the file system.

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