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CVE-1999-0694

First published: Wed Aug 11 1999(Updated: )

Denial of service in AIX ptrace system call allows local users to crash the system.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
IBM AIX=4.3
IBM AIX=4.2
=4.2
=4.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0694?

    CVE-1999-0694 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-1999-0694?

    CVE-1999-0694 affects IBM AIX versions 4.2 and 4.3.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0694?

    To fix CVE-1999-0694, it is recommended to apply the latest patches or updates provided by IBM for the affected AIX versions.

  • Is CVE-1999-0694 exploitable remotely?

    CVE-1999-0694 is not remotely exploitable as it requires local user access to trigger the denial of service.

  • What are the consequences of CVE-1999-0694?

    Exploitation of CVE-1999-0694 can lead to a system crash, resulting in denial of service for users.

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