What is the severity of CVE-1999-0442?

CVE-1999-0442 is considered a high-severity vulnerability that allows local users to modify files.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0442?

To fix CVE-1999-0442, ensure that proper file permissions and user access controls are implemented.

Which versions of Solaris are affected by CVE-1999-0442?

CVE-1999-0442 affects Solaris versions 2.5, 2.5.1, 2.6, 7.0, along with various SunOS versions including 5.5, 5.5.1, and 5.7.

Can CVE-1999-0442 be exploited remotely?

CVE-1999-0442 is a local vulnerability, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely and requires local access to the system.

What types of systems should prioritize mitigating CVE-1999-0442?

Systems running vulnerable versions of Solaris and SunOS should prioritize mitigation of CVE-1999-0442 to prevent unauthorized file modifications.

Vulnerability/
CVE-1999-0442

low

2.1

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

7/1/1999

29/9/1999

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0442

First published: Thu Jan 07 1999(Updated: )

Solaris ff.core allows local users to modify files.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=2.5
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=2.5.1
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=2.6
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=7.0
Sun SunOS
Sun SunOS	=5.5
Sun SunOS	=5.5.1
Sun SunOS	=5.7

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Reference Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0442?
CVE-1999-0442 is considered a high-severity vulnerability that allows local users to modify files.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0442?
To fix CVE-1999-0442, ensure that proper file permissions and user access controls are implemented.
Which versions of Solaris are affected by CVE-1999-0442?
CVE-1999-0442 affects Solaris versions 2.5, 2.5.1, 2.6, 7.0, along with various SunOS versions including 5.5, 5.5.1, and 5.7.
Can CVE-1999-0442 be exploited remotely?
CVE-1999-0442 is a local vulnerability, meaning it cannot be exploited remotely and requires local access to the system.
What types of systems should prioritize mitigating CVE-1999-0442?
Systems running vulnerable versions of Solaris and SunOS should prioritize mitigation of CVE-1999-0442 to prevent unauthorized file modifications.

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