CVE-1999-0840: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 30, 1999
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Updated

Buffer overflow in CDE dtmail and dtmailpr programs allows local users to gain privileges via a long -f option.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Sun SunOS=5.7

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Remove

    Remove CDE dtmail and dtmailpr (SunOS) from your environment.

    Uninstall or remove the vulnerable dtmail and dtmailpr binaries from affected SunOS systems if they are not required.

  2. Compensating control

    Restrict access to the dtmail and dtmailpr binaries pending a vendor fix: remove execute permission for non‑administrative users or limit execution to trusted administrative accounts (adjust file ownership/permissions or use local access controls).

Event History

Nov 30, 1999
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Feb 4, 2000
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0840?

CVE-1999-0840 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-0840?

To address CVE-1999-0840, you should upgrade to a version of the affected software that is not vulnerable.

3

Who is affected by CVE-1999-0840?

CVE-1999-0840 affects local users of SunOS 5.7 specifically using the dtmail and dtmailpr programs.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-1999-0840?

CVE-1999-0840 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-1999-0840 be exploited remotely?

CVE-1999-0840 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system.

Contact

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