CVE-1999-0696: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jul 01 1999(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in CDE Calendar Manager Service Daemon (rpc.cmsd).
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| HPE HP-UX | =10.24 | |
| HPE HP-UX | =11.00 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.5 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =2.6 | |
| Sun SunOS | =4.1.3 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.3 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.4 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5 | |
| Sun SunOS | =5.5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-1999-0696?
CVE-1999-0696 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
Which systems are affected by CVE-1999-0696?
CVE-1999-0696 affects various versions of HP-UX and SunOS operating systems.
How can I mitigate CVE-1999-0696?
To mitigate CVE-1999-0696, patch the affected systems to the latest versions provided by the vendor.
What is a buffer overflow in the context of CVE-1999-0696?
In the context of CVE-1999-0696, a buffer overflow occurs when the CDE Calendar Manager Service Daemon improperly handles input data, leading to memory corruption.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-1999-0696?
Temporary workarounds for CVE-1999-0696 include disabling the CDE Calendar Manager Service Daemon if it is not needed.
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