CVE-1999-0714: Low severity Digital UNIX vulnerability

Published Feb 15, 1999
·
Updated

Vulnerability in Compaq Tru64 UNIX edauth command.

Affected Software

7 affected components
Digital UNIX=3.2g
Digital UNIX=4.0
Digital UNIX=4.0a
Digital UNIX=4.0b
Digital UNIX=4.0c
Digital UNIX=4.0d
Digital UNIX=4.0e

Event History

Feb 15, 1999
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Jan 4, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0714?

CVE-1999-0714 is considered a critical vulnerability that can lead to privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-0714?

To fix CVE-1999-0714, apply the latest patches provided by the vendor for affected versions of Compaq Tru64 UNIX.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-1999-0714?

CVE-1999-0714 affects Compaq Tru64 UNIX versions 3.2g and 4.0 through 4.0e.

4

What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-1999-0714?

The vulnerability in CVE-1999-0714 allows an unauthorized user to gain elevated privileges through the edauth command.

5

Is CVE-1999-0714 still a concern today?

Although CVE-1999-0714 is an older vulnerability, systems still running affected versions should be assessed for potential risk.

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