What is the severity of CVE-1999-0502?

CVE-1999-0502 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access on systems with default or blank passwords.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0502?

To fix CVE-1999-0502, ensure that all Unix accounts have strong, non-blank passwords set and implement policies for regular password updates.

What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0502?

CVE-1999-0502 affects various versions of HP-UX, Red Hat Linux, and SunOS as listed in the vulnerability details.

Can CVE-1999-0502 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-1999-0502 can be exploited remotely if attackers have access to the login prompt of the affected systems.

What are the potential consequences of CVE-1999-0502 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-1999-0502 can lead to complete system compromise, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands and access sensitive data.

Vulnerability/
CVE-1999-0502

high

7.5

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

1/3/1998

4/2/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0502

First published: Sun Mar 01 1998(Updated: )

A Unix account has a default, null, blank, or missing password.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
HPE HP-UX	=10.20
HPE HP-UX	=11
redhat linux	=6.0
Oracle Solaris SPARC	=2.6
Sun SunOS	=5.5.1
Sun SunOS	=5.7
Sun SunOS	=5.8

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Reference Links

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/CVE-1999-0502

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0502?
CVE-1999-0502 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access on systems with default or blank passwords.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0502?
To fix CVE-1999-0502, ensure that all Unix accounts have strong, non-blank passwords set and implement policies for regular password updates.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0502?
CVE-1999-0502 affects various versions of HP-UX, Red Hat Linux, and SunOS as listed in the vulnerability details.
Can CVE-1999-0502 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0502 can be exploited remotely if attackers have access to the login prompt of the affected systems.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-1999-0502 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-1999-0502 can lead to complete system compromise, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands and access sensitive data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0502?
CVE-1999-0502 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access on systems with default or blank passwords.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0502?
To fix CVE-1999-0502, ensure that all Unix accounts have strong, non-blank passwords set and implement policies for regular password updates.
What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0502?
CVE-1999-0502 affects various versions of HP-UX, Red Hat Linux, and SunOS as listed in the vulnerability details.
Can CVE-1999-0502 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-0502 can be exploited remotely if attackers have access to the login prompt of the affected systems.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-1999-0502 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-1999-0502 can lead to complete system compromise, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands and access sensitive data.