CVE-1999-0417: Low severity Sun SunOS vulnerability
Published Mar 9, 1999
·Updated
64 bit Solaris 7 procfs allows local users to perform a denial of service.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Sun SunOS=5.7
Event History
Mar 9, 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-1999-0417?
CVE-1999-0417 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability affecting Solaris 7.
2
Who is impacted by CVE-1999-0417?
Local users of Solaris 7 are impacted by CVE-1999-0417.
3
What type of attack is facilitated by CVE-1999-0417?
CVE-1999-0417 allows local users to perform a denial of service attack.
4
How can I mitigate CVE-1999-0417?
Mitigation for CVE-1999-0417 involves restricting local user access and monitoring for unusual activity.
5
Is there a patch available for CVE-1999-0417?
There is no specific patch available for CVE-1999-0417, but upgrading to a more secure version of the operating system is recommended.